Nilagang Baboy (Keto Modified)
Boiled Pork Belly and Greens Soup (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, corn, or other high-carb vegetables. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A simple, comforting soup with tender boiled pork belly in a clear, savory broth, served with non-starchy leafy greens. Keto modification ensures no high-carb vegetables like potatoes or corn are included.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, water, onion, garlic, pechay (bok choy) or cabbage, green beans (minimal), salt, black pepper, fish sauce.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, corn, or other high-carb vegetables. Confirm only non-starchy leafy greens are used. Ensure no sugar is added to the broth for seasoning.
Watch out for
Inclusion of potatoes, corn, or other starchy vegetables commonly found in traditional Nilaga. Hidden sugar in pre-made broth bases or seasonings.
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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