Печеня зі свинини (з низьковуглеводними овочами)
Roasted Pork with Low-Carb Vegetables (Keto Pechenya)
Yes, with a tweak: request that no potatoes, carrots, or other high-carb root vegetables be included. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of pork, slow-roasted or braised in a flavorful broth, served with a medley of non-starchy vegetables that have absorbed the rich meat juices.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder or loin, onions, garlic, mushrooms, bell peppers, zucchini, broth, herbs, spices. Cooked with oil/butter.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that no potatoes, carrots, or other high-carb root vegetables be included. Ask for an increased portion of low-carb vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or cabbage. Confirm the gravy is not thickened with flour.
Watch out for
Traditional Pechenya is often made with large quantities of potatoes and root vegetables (carrots, parsnips). Gravies can be thickened with flour.
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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