Lechon (Balat at Karne Lamang)
Whole Roasted Pork (Skin and Meat Only)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A whole roasted pig, where only the crispy skin and tender, fatty meat are consumed. Naturally low in carbs, high in fat and protein. The description explicitly states to omit rice and any sugary dipping sauces typically served with lechon.
Key ingredients
Whole pig, salt, pepper, garlic, lemongrass, bay leaves.
Optional tweaks
Explicitly request no rice. Avoid lechon sauce or request a vinegar-based (suka-sili) dip with no added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some lechon sauces; consuming internal organs or stuffings (often contain rice/carbs); cross-contamination with non-keto items if served buffet style.
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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