Longaniza de Cerdo (A La Plancha)
Grilled Dominican Pork Sausage (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially request 'sin arroz, sin plátanos' (no rice, no plantains) and 'sin yuca'. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Flavorful Dominican pork sausage, typically grilled or pan-fried. Naturally keto, but traditionally served with high-carb sides. Best enjoyed with a simple green salad or avocado.
Key ingredients
Pork, garlic, oregano, vinegar, spices, cooking oil
How to make it keto
Crucially request 'sin arroz, sin plátanos' (no rice, no plantains) and 'sin yuca'. Ask for a simple side salad (lettuce, tomato, onion) with oil and vinegar, or sliced avocado.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Longaniza de Cerdo a la Plancha, por favor, sin arroz, sin plátanos y sin yuca. ¿Podría ser con una ensalada simple o aguacate en su lugar?
Longaniza de Cerdo a la Plancha: no rice, no plantains, no yuca. A simple side salad or sliced avocado instead, please.
Watch out for
Standard restaurant serving often includes plantains, yuca, or rice. Some commercial sausages might have minor fillers, but authentic longaniza is usually pure pork.
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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