Carne de Cerdo en Escabeche (Estilo Keto)
Pickled Pork (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the escabeche marinade contains no added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of pork, slow-cooked until falling apart, then marinated in a vibrant, tangy vinegar-based escabeche sauce with aromatic vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and bay leaves. Served without starchy components.
Key ingredients
Carne de cerdo (e.g., posta o lomo), vinagre blanco, cebolla, chile dulce (bell pepper), ajo, hoja de laurel, tomillo, granos de pimienta, aceite vegetal, sal.
How to make it keto
Ensure the escabeche marinade contains no added sugar. Request omission of high-carb vegetables like carrots, often found in traditional escabeche.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the marinade, inclusion of higher-carb vegetables (e.g., carrots) in the escabeche.
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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