Panceta con Queso Fundido
Bacon with Melted Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Argentinian dishes.
What it is
Crispy strips of thick-cut bacon served alongside or topped with a generous portion of melted semi-hard cheese (such as Pategrás, Mozzarella, or Fontina). A rich, high-fat appetizer or snack.
Key ingredients
Thick-cut bacon, semi-hard cheese (e.g., Pategrás, Mozzarella, Fontina), butter or olive oil (for cooking bacon).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes are applied to the bacon. Confirm the cheese is pure dairy without fillers. Serve without bread or crackers.
Watch out for
Sweetened or glazed bacon, processed cheese with fillers, served with bread/crackers (ensure omission).
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.