Orelha de Porco Crocante

Crispy Pig Ear

Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Brazilian dishes.

Keto as servedHigh FatPork

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2gNet carbs

2gTotal carbs

0gFibre

30gProtein

45gFat

500Calories

What it is

A traditional Brazilian appetizer (petisco) of slow-cooked and then deep-fried pig ear, resulting in a delightfully crispy exterior and tender interior, often seasoned simply with salt.

Key ingredients

Pig ear, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., lard, vegetable oil for deep frying).

Optional tweaks

Confirm it is simply seasoned and fried, without any breading or sugary glazes.

Watch out for

No significant carb risks if prepared simply as described.

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.