Chuleta Frita con Berenjena Guisada (Keto)
Fried Pork Chop with Stewed Eggplant (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, no fried plantains. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy, seasoned pork chops pan-fried until golden. Served with a side of savory stewed eggplant (Berenjena Guisada) as a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork chop, garlic, oregano, sour orange juice, salt, black pepper, oil for frying. Berenjena Guisada (eggplant, bell peppers, onions, small amount of tomato paste, garlic, fresh cilantro, olive oil, vegetable broth).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, no fried plantains. Opt for Berenjena Guisada or a simple green salad as a side. Confirm no flour breading on the pork chop and no added sugar in the eggplant stew.
Watch out for
Unsuspecting flour breading on the pork chop. Hidden sugars or excessive tomato paste in the Berenjena Guisada. Ensure the eggplant stew is free of starchy vegetables.
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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