Schweinshaxe (ohne Kartoffeln)
Roasted Pork Hock with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, gravy without thickeners (flour/starch) or sugar. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic roasted pork hock, known for its crispy skin and tender meat. Served without traditional potato sides, instead accompanied by low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork hock, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, caraway seeds, vegetable oil, butter, seasonal low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans, spinach).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, gravy without thickeners (flour/starch) or sugar. Ask for low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans, cauliflower) instead of traditional sides like potatoes or sweetened sauerkraut.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Bitte keine Kartoffeln. Soße ohne Verdickungsmittel oder Zucker, oder ganz weglassen. Stattdessen kohlenhydratarmes Gemüse.
No potatoes, please. Gravy without thickeners or sugar, or no gravy. Low-carb vegetables like broccoli or green beans instead.
Watch out for
Gravy/sauce can be thickened with flour or starch, contain sugar. Traditional sauerkraut can sometimes be sweetened. Ensure vegetables are not glazed with sugar.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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