Chicharrónes (Keto)
Crispy Fried Pork Belly/Rinds (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Thick pieces of pork belly, slow-cooked until tender and then fried until crispy and golden. A highly satisfying and naturally high-fat, low-carb snack or appetizer, often served with lime.
Key ingredients
Pork belly with skin, salt, cooking oil (pork fat renders its own oil, but extra may be used). Served with lime.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no accompanying plantains, yucca, or sugary dipping sauces. Request plain with lime wedges only.
Watch out for
Potential cross-contamination with breaded items if fried in shared oil. Sugary sauces or high-carb sides (plantains, yuca, tortillas) are the primary risk if not explicitly avoided.
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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