Pernil de Cerdo Asado al Agrio de Naranja (Keto)
Roasted Pork Shoulder with Sour Orange Mojo (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
A succulent, slow-roasted pork shoulder (pernil) marinated and basted with a traditional Dominican mojo made from sour orange, garlic, and oregano, resulting in incredibly tender meat and crispy skin.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder (pernil), naranja agria (sour orange juice), fresh garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used. The dish is naturally keto-friendly, but confirm no non-keto sides are served.
Watch out for
None, if prepared purely with the traditional sour orange mojo. Verify no fruit juices with added sugar are used in place of true sour orange.
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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