Joelho de Porco Assado
Roasted Pork Hock/Knuckle with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request without potatoes, farofa, or rice. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A popular, rustic Brazilian dish featuring a slow-roasted pork hock, known for its crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. Served without traditional high-carb sides like potatoes or farofa, accompanied instead by keto-friendly green vegetables like sautéed cabbage or steamed broccoli.
Key ingredients
Pork hock, olive oil, garlic, onion, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, herbs (rosemary, thyme), green cabbage, broccoli, butter.
How to make it keto
Request without potatoes, farofa, or rice. Ensure only keto-friendly green vegetables are served. Confirm no sugar in rub/marinade.
Watch out for
Possible hidden sugars in seasoning rubs or marinades. Ensure no starchy vegetables are inadvertently added.
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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