Leitão à Pururuca (sem Acompanhamentos de Amido)
Crispy Roasted Piglet (without Starchy Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: omit all traditional starchy accompaniments such as rice, farofa, tropeiro beans, or fruit-based sauces. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A festive and decadent dish of whole roasted suckling pig, renowned for its incredibly crispy skin ('pururuca') and juicy, tender meat. Served as a pure protein and fat delight, without any traditional carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Suckling pig, salt, pepper, garlic (often rubbed on prior to roasting).
How to make it keto
Omit all traditional starchy accompaniments such as rice, farofa, tropeiro beans, or fruit-based sauces. Confirm no sugar in the marinade or dry rub.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Gostaria do Leitão à Pururuca sem arroz, farofa, feijão tropeiro ou molhos de fruta. Confirme que não há açúcar na marinada.
I'd like the Leitão à Pururuca without rice, farofa, tropeiro, or fruit sauces. Please confirm no sugar in the marinade or rub.
Watch out for
Marinades or rubs that may contain sugar, sauces typically served on the side can be sweetened.
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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