Longaniza o Chorizo a la Plancha (Keto)
Colombian Grilled Pork Sausage (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: inquire about fillers; ideally, choose artisanal or restaurant-made versions known to be pure pork. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Colombian dishes.
What it is
Traditional Colombian pork sausage, grilled or pan-fried, known for its distinct seasoning. While naturally high in fat and protein, some commercial versions may contain fillers.
Key ingredients
Pork meat, pork fat, garlic, onion, cumin, paprika, vinegar, salt, pepper. (Potentially rice/cornmeal fillers in commercial versions).
How to make it keto
Inquire about fillers; ideally, choose artisanal or restaurant-made versions known to be pure pork. Request to be served without arepas, potatoes, or plantains, opting for a side of steamed vegetables or avocado.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para la Longaniza o Chorizo a la Plancha, ¿contienen rellenos? Sin arepas, papa ni plátano, por favor. ¿Puedo pedir verduras al vapor o aguacate?
For the Longaniza o Chorizo a la Plancha, do they contain fillers? Please, no arepas, potatoes, or plantains. Can I have a side of steamed vegetables or avocado?
Watch out for
Rice, cornmeal, or other starchy fillers in the sausage itself. Often served with carb-heavy sides. Some seasoning blends may contain sugar.
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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