Adobado de Cerdo (Keto)
Pork in Adobo Sauce (Keto, no rice or tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the adobo sauce, or ask for minimal if possible. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent pork chunks slow-cooked in a rich, tangy, and slightly spicy adobo sauce made from a blend of dried chiles (like guajillo, ancho), vinegar, garlic, and various spices. The pork becomes incredibly tender and infused with flavor, served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork (shoulder/butt), guajillo chiles, ancho chiles, apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the adobo sauce, or ask for minimal if possible. Confirm no cornstarch or masa is used for thickening. Omit rice and tortillas.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the adobo marinade/sauce are common for flavor balance. Some thickeners (cornstarch) might be used in restaurant preparations.
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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