Pernil de Cerdo Flambeado (Sin Glaseado Dulce)
Flambéed Pork Leg (No Sweet Glaze)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely critical to request no sweet glazes (honey, fruit, brown sugar) or sugary sauces. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Argentinian dishes.
What it is
Slices of succulent slow-roasted pork leg, expertly flambéed at the table with a savory alcohol (e.g., brandy) to enhance its flavor and crisp the skin, served strictly without any sugary glazes.
Key ingredients
Pork leg, olive oil or lard, brandy or cognac, salt, black pepper, rosemary, thyme.
How to make it keto
Absolutely critical to request no sweet glazes (honey, fruit, brown sugar) or sugary sauces. Confirm only savory seasonings and alcohol are used.
Watch out for
Traditional pernil often features sweet glazes. Restaurant side dishes usually include bread or potatoes, so specify no carb sides.
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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