Lechón Guisado (Estilo Keto - sin Acompañantes con Carbohidratos)
Braised Pork (Keto, no carb sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, yuca, malanga, plantains, or potatoes. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cuban food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of pork, often from the shoulder or leg, slow-braised in a savory, rich sauce made with citrus, garlic, onions, bell peppers, and spices. A deeply flavorful and comforting pork stew, served without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/leg, sour orange or lime juice, garlic, onions, green bell peppers, olive oil, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, chicken broth.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, yuca, malanga, plantains, or potatoes. Confirm no flour or sugar is used in the braising liquid or sauce.
Watch out for
Sauce thickeners (flour/cornstarch); hidden sugars in the braising liquid; traditional carb-heavy side dishes are almost always served.
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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