Costillas de Cerdo Asadas
Grilled Pork Ribs
Yes, with a tweak: ask for ribs without any sugary glaze or BBQ sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pork ribs, often marinated simply and grilled to perfection. A flavorful and hearty meat dish.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, often a simple marinade of lime juice and oil.
How to make it keto
Ask for ribs without any sugary glaze or BBQ sauce. Request no rice, beans, or plantains on the side. A simple side salad with oil and vinegar is a good alternative.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Las Costillas de Cerdo Asadas, por favor, sin glaseado ni salsa BBQ con azúcar. Sin arroz, frijoles ni plátanos. Una ensalada simple de aceite y vinagre.
For the Costillas de Cerdo Asadas, no sugary glaze or BBQ sauce. No rice, beans, or plantains. Just a simple oil & vinegar salad.
Watch out for
Very common for ribs to have sugary glazes or marinades (BBQ sauce), hidden sugars in rubs, typically served with high-carb side dishes.
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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