Gallina Asada con Ensalada Verde (Piel y Carne)
Roasted Hen with Green Salad (Skin and Meat)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugary glazes or rubs on the hen. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Colombian dishes.
What it is
A whole roasted hen, featuring crispy skin and juicy, tender meat, seasoned with traditional Colombian spices. Served with a simple green salad to complement its rich flavors.
Key ingredients
Whole hen, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, cumin, achiote (for color, optional), olive oil, mixed greens, cucumber, avocado, olive oil and vinegar dressing.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugary glazes or rubs on the hen. Request to keep the skin on for fat content. Ask for simple oil and vinegar for the salad dressing, omitting any fruit or starchy sides.
Watch out for
Sugary rubs or glazes on the chicken. Traditional sides like rice or potatoes are typically served. Hidden sugars in commercial salad dressings.
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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