Longaniza con Cebolla y Pimientos
Dominican Sausage with Onions and Peppers
Yes, with a tweak: request the dish to be prepared without any added sugar or flour. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flavorful Dominican sausage (often made with pork, garlic, oregano, and sour orange) pan-fried or grilled with sautéed onions and bell peppers. Traditional starchy sides are omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Dominican Longaniza sausage, onions, bell peppers (various colors), garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request the dish to be prepared without any added sugar or flour. Omit traditional sides like plantains, yucca, or rice. Confirm the longaniza itself does not contain high-carb fillers or sweeteners (most authentic versions are keto-friendly).
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some commercial sausage preparations. Sugary marinades or sauces used in restaurant cooking. Onions and peppers contribute some natural 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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