Orejitas de Cerdo Fritas
Fried Pig Ears
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
Crispy fried pig ears, a popular snack or appetizer. The ears are usually boiled until tender, then sliced and deep-fried until crunchy. Served with lime wedges and often finely chopped onion and cilantro. Naturally high in fat and protein, with minimal carbs.
Key ingredients
Pig ears, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil, lard), salt, lime, onion, cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour dusting before frying. Ensure no sweet dipping sauces are offered.
Watch out for
Flour coating if deep-fried, sugary dipping sauces.
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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