Posta de Cerdo en Salsa de Tamarindo (Estilo Keto)
Keto Pork Loin in Tamarind Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm 'sin azúcar' in the sauce and request very minimal tamarind for flavor without excess carbs. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pork loin medallions, slow-cooked or seared, then finished in a distinctive tangy and savory tamarind sauce. For the keto version, the sauce is carefully prepared with minimal, naturally occurring sugars from the tamarind and no added sweeteners, served with keto-friendly sides.
Key ingredients
Pork loin, tamarind pulp (unsweetened), beef or chicken broth, onion, garlic, ginger (optional), fish sauce (optional, for umami), olive oil, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm 'sin azúcar' in the sauce and request very minimal tamarind for flavor without excess carbs. Avoid starchy sides and request green vegetables.
Watch out for
Tamarind is naturally high in fruit sugar; portion control for the sauce is essential. Restaurants might add sugar to balance the tartness.
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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