Pernil con Chucrut (Sin Papas)
Pork Hock with Sauerkraut (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy sides (e.g., rice, purée). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A slow-cooked, tender pork hock (pernil) typically rich in fat and collagen, served with traditional fermented sauerkraut. The dish is naturally savory and tangy, providing a hearty, keto-compliant meal when starchy sides are omitted.
Key ingredients
Pork hock, sauerkraut (fermented cabbage, salt), bay leaves, garlic, onion, red wine vinegar (for braising), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy sides (e.g., rice, purée). Confirm sauerkraut has no added sugar (most traditional chucrut is sugar-free).
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para el Pernil con Chucrut, sin papas, arroz ni puré. Por favor, confirme que el chucrut no tiene azúcar añadida.
For the Pernil con Chucrut, no potatoes, rice, or purée please. Please confirm the sauerkraut has no added sugar.
Watch out for
Potential added sugar in some commercially prepared sauerkraut. Any accompanying sauces or glazes might contain sugar. Ensure no bread or other hidden carbs.
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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