Pernil Assado
Roasted Pork Leg (served with green vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request without rice, farofa, or potatoes. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A substantial slow-roasted pork leg, marinated with garlic, herbs, and spices until tender and succulent, often with a crispy skin. A celebratory dish, served with low-carb green vegetables instead of traditional starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Pork leg (pernil), garlic, salt, pepper, bay leaves, white wine (optional, mostly cooks off), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request without rice, farofa, or potatoes. Ask for a side of sautéed collard greens, steamed broccoli, or asparagus. Confirm no sugary marinades or glazes.
Watch out for
Some marinades may contain sugar. Wine in marinade should cook off, but confirm no added sugar in sauces. Traditional sides are carb-heavy.
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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