Холодець
Meat Aspic / Pork Jelly
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
A savory jelly made from slow-cooked pork (often trotters, hocks, or beef) and broth, solidified by natural gelatin. Served cold.
Key ingredients
Pork hocks/trotters/meat, onions, carrots (for flavor, usually removed), garlic, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt.
Optional tweaks
None needed beyond ensuring any carrot garnish is minimal or omitted.
Watch out for
Carrot garnish (easy to avoid). No hidden sugars typically. Often served with horseradish or mustard, check for added sugar in condiments.
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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