Salo
Cured Pork Fatback
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, cured pork fatback, often served as a cold appetizer. It's a staple of Ukrainian cuisine, known for its rich flavor and high fat content. Typically served with garlic and sometimes onions.
Key ingredients
Pork fatback, salt, garlic, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request without any accompanying bread. Ensure it's served plain or with fresh garlic/onion only.
Watch out for
Often served with high-carb bread (palianytsia). Ensure no sugary glazes are used in curing (rare for traditional salo).
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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