Pernil Suíno Assado com Couve Refogada
Roasted Pork Leg with Sautéed Collard Greens
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
A succulent portion of slow-roasted pork leg, seasoned with garlic and herbs, served alongside a hearty portion of fresh collard greens sautéed with garlic in olive oil or bacon fat.
Key ingredients
Pork leg (pernil), garlic, olive oil, herbs (rosemary, thyme), salt, pepper, collard greens, bacon fat (optional for greens).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes are used on the pork. Request no starchy sides like rice or farofa.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Pernil Suíno Assado, por favor, sem coberturas açucaradas. E sem arroz ou farofa como acompanhamento.
For the Pernil Suíno Assado, please no sugary glazes on the pork. And no rice or farofa as sides.
Watch out for
Sweet glazes or rubs on the pork, serving with high-carb side dishes, thickeners in any accompanying sauces.
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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