Cerdo en Adobo
Pork in Adobo Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the adobo sauce; request with a keto-friendly side such as sautéed broccoli or green beans. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Tender pork shoulder chunks slow-cooked in a rich, savory adobo sauce made with sour orange, garlic, oregano, and cumin. This dish is naturally low in carbs, but traditionally served with high-carb sides. Request without rice or plantains.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder, sour orange juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, bell peppers, onions, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the adobo sauce; request with a keto-friendly side such as sautéed broccoli or green beans. Verify no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in adobo sauce, high-carb traditional sides (rice, plantains, yuca), flour/starch as thickeners.
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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