Lechón Asado
Roast Pork
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, no yuca, and no plantains. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Tender, succulent slow-roasted pork shoulder marinated in a classic 'mojo' of sour orange, garlic, and spices, resulting in crispy skin and juicy meat.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder, sour orange (naranja agria) juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, no yuca, and no plantains. Ask for extra 'mojo' (garlic-citrus oil) on the side. Confirm no sugar in the marinade.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Lechón Asado, sin arroz, frijoles, yuca ni plátanos. Con mojo extra aparte. ¿La marinada no tiene azúcar?
Lechón Asado, no rice, no beans, no yuca, no plantains. Extra mojo on the side. Confirm no sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
Marinade (mojo) is typically low-carb, but some restaurants might add a touch of sugar for caramelization. Always served with high-carb sides (rice, yuca) which must be avoided.
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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