Longanizas (o Chorizos)
Guatemalan Grilled Sausages with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Traditional Guatemalan pork sausages, often spiced with herbs like yerba buena or cilantro, and sometimes a touch of vinegar or sour orange. These savory sausages are typically grilled or pan-fried until browned and juicy. Served with low-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Pork sausage (longaniza or chorizo), cooking oil, sliced avocado, grilled onions, simple green salad.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, and no tortillas. Ask for a side of sliced avocado, grilled onions, or a plain green salad with oil and vinegar. Confirm with the restaurant that the sausages do not contain excessive fillers (e.g., breadcrumbs or rice).
Watch out for
Some sausages may contain breadcrumbs, rice fillers, or sugar. Default sides (rice, beans, tortillas) are high-carb.
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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