Pernil Asado con Mojo y Ensalada
Dominican Roast Pork Shoulder with Mojo and Salad
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, no root vegetables (yuca, potato), no plantains. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Slow-roasted pork shoulder, deeply flavorful from a garlic-oregano marinade, served with its natural juices (mojo) and a side green salad.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder, garlic, oregano, sour orange juice or vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, lettuce, tomato, cucumber.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, no root vegetables (yuca, potato), no plantains. Ensure mojo sauce doesn't contain added sugar.
Watch out for
Sugar in marinade (uncommon but possible), high-carb vegetables in salad.
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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