Холодець
Pork & Beef Aspic (Holodets)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
A savory jellied meat dish made from slow-cooked pork hocks and beef, rich in collagen. The broth is seasoned with garlic and bay leaf, then chilled until naturally set.
Key ingredients
Pork hocks, beef, carrots (small amount for flavor/color, often removed or in minimal quantity), onions (small amount, often removed), garlic, bay leaf, black peppercorns, salt, water.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugar is added to the broth or used in preparation. Request to be served without bread or carby accompaniments.
Watch out for
Sometimes served with bread. Minimal incidental carbs from small amounts of carrots and onions that may be present, but typically negligible per serving.
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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