Carnitas de Cerdo con Pico de Gallo y Aguacate
Shredded Pork Carnitas with Pico de Gallo and Avocado (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar in pico de gallo. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-cooked, tender pork carnitas, shredded and often lightly crisped. Served with a fresh pico de gallo (chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime) and sliced avocado instead of traditional tortillas, rice, or beans.
Key ingredients
Pork carnitas, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime, avocado
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar in pico de gallo. Request extra lard for cooking the carnitas to boost fat content. Omit tortillas, rice, and beans.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in pico de gallo, higher carb vegetables in pico if portion is large.
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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