Chicharrones de Pollo (Keto)
Crispy Unbreaded Fried Chicken Pieces (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Savory and intensely crispy fried chicken pieces, typically bone-in dark meat (thighs or legs) or even just chicken skins, seasoned robustly and deep-fried without any breading until golden brown and crackling. Often served with a squeeze of lime.
Key ingredients
Bone-in chicken thighs/legs (or chicken skins), lard or high-heat cooking oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, lime wedges for serving.
Optional tweaks
Absolutely essential: confirm no breading, flour, or cornstarch is used. Ensure all seasonings are sugar-free.
Watch out for
Breading/flour, sugary seasonings or marinades, being cooked in shared fryer oil that contains gluten/carbs.
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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