Pernil de Cerdo Glaseado (Keto con Vegetales Asados)
Keto Glazed Pork Leg with Roasted Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the glaze is made without sugar, honey, or high-fructose corn syrup. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chilean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A slow-roasted pork leg (pernil) coated in a savory-sweet, sugar-free glaze, resulting in tender meat and a crispy, flavorful skin. Served with a medley of keto-friendly roasted vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork leg (pernil), keto-friendly glaze (e.g., mustard, vinegar, erythritol/stevia, spices), olive oil, assortment of keto vegetables (e.g., broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, bell peppers, asparagus), garlic, herbs.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure the glaze is made without sugar, honey, or high-fructose corn syrup. Request roasted keto vegetables instead of potatoes or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
High-carb glazes are the primary risk if not specified as sugar-free. Natural carbs from roasted vegetables. Hidden sugars in some pre-made spice rubs.
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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