Chicharrón
Fried Pork Belly with Lime
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Crispy, deep-fried pork belly or pork rinds, seasoned simply with salt. This dish is naturally high in fat and protein, often served with lime wedges to cut through the richness.
Key ingredients
Pork belly (or skin with some meat), salt, cooking oil (e.g., lard or vegetable oil like avocado or coconut if available).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no accompanying tortillas, bread, or high-carb sauces. Confirm it is pure fried pork belly/rinds without any breading or sugary glazes.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Los Chicharrones, por favor, sin tortillas, pan ni salsas con carbohidratos. ¿Es pura carne de cerdo frita, sin empanizar ni glaseados dulces?
Chicharrón, please, no tortillas, bread, or high-carb sauces. Confirm it's pure fried pork, no breading or sugary glazes.
Watch out for
Often served with high-carb sides (tortillas, bread). Potential for frying in oil that was used for breaded items (cross-contamination).
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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