Porco na Lata com Quiabo Refogado
Pork Preserved in Lard with Sautéed Okra
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, farofa, or other starchy sides. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Brazilian dishes.
What it is
Traditionally preserved pork, slow-cooked in its own lard until incredibly tender and flavorful. Served with a side of sautéed okra with garlic and onion.
Key ingredients
Pork loin/belly, pork lard, salt, garlic, bay leaves. Side: Okra, olive oil, garlic, onion, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, farofa, or other starchy sides. Request a keto-friendly vegetable side like sautéed okra, green beans, or broccoli.
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
Por favor, sem arroz, farofa ou outros acompanhamentos com amido. Gostaria de um vegetal keto, como quiabo, vagem ou brócolis refogado.
Please, no rice, farofa, or other starchy sides. I'd like a keto-friendly vegetable side like sautéed okra, green beans, or broccoli.
Watch out for
This dish is always served with high-carb sides (e.g., rice, farofa, polenta). Strict omission and replacement with a keto side is essential.
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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