Cochon de Lait Rôti
Roast Suckling Pig (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugary glazes on the skin. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Whole suckling pig roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is succulent. A celebratory dish, often seasoned simply with garlic, lime, and herbs.
Key ingredients
Suckling pig, garlic, lime juice, Haitian epis, oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no sugary glazes on the skin. Ensure no starchy stuffing. Opt for keto-friendly side dishes like green salads or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of rice, plantains, or root vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Cochon de Lait Rôti a, pa mete sòs dous sou po a oswa fars lanmidon. Mwen ta renmen akonpayman keto tankou salad vèt oswa legim ki pa gen anpil glusid sote olye de diri oswa bannann.
For the Cochon de Lait Rôti, please no sugary glazes on the skin or starchy stuffing. I'd like keto-friendly sides like green salad or sautéed low-carb vegetables instead of rice or plantains.
Watch out for
Traditional glazes can be sugary. Typically served with high-carb sides. Marinades may contain small amounts of sugar.
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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