Pernil Assado na Cerveja (Versão Keto com Couve Refogada)
Roast Pork Leg in Beer (Keto Version with Sautéed Collard Greens)
Yes, with a tweak: request low-carb beer if available or ensure a long cook time to reduce carb content from regular beer. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A traditional slow-roasted pork leg (pernil) marinated and cooked in beer, resulting in incredibly tender and flavorful meat with a rich, savory gravy. Served with a side of sautéed collard greens.
Key ingredients
Pork leg (pernil), low-carb beer (or regular beer with minimal carbs from cooking off), garlic, onion, bay leaf, olive oil, salt, pepper, collard greens.
How to make it keto
Request low-carb beer if available or ensure a long cook time to reduce carb content from regular beer. Request sautéed collard greens instead of starchy sides.
Watch out for
Carbs from beer (if not cooked off sufficiently or if high-carb beer is used), hidden sugars in marinades.
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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