Carne Adobada de Cerdo (Keto Modified)
Keto Marinated Adobo Pork (without rice or tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or tortillas. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender slices of pork marinated in a robust adobo sauce made with dried chiles, vinegar, garlic, and spices, then pan-fried or grilled until flavorful. Served without traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork (loin or shoulder), dried chiles (guajillo, ancho), vinegar, garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, olive oil/lard.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or tortillas. Ask to confirm no sugar is added to the adobo marinade, which is a common practice.
Watch out for
Marinades can often contain sugar or fruit juice for flavor and tenderizing. Sauces might be thickened with masa or flour.
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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