Nilagang Gulay (May Baboy)
Boiled Mixed Vegetables with Pork Belly (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly ensure only low-carb vegetables are used (no potatoes, carrots, saging saba, corn, or sweet potatoes). About 8g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting, clear broth soup featuring tender slices of pork belly simmered with a variety of low-carb vegetables such as cabbage, bok choy, green beans, and daikon radish. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper.
Key ingredients
Pork belly, cabbage, bok choy, green beans, daikon radish, onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Strictly ensure only low-carb vegetables are used (no potatoes, carrots, saging saba, corn, or sweet potatoes). Confirm no sugar is added to the broth.
Watch out for
Common inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or saba bananas in traditional versions. Hidden MSG/sugar in bouillon cubes.
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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