Goan Pork Roast (Keto Modified)
Spicy Dry-Roasted Pork (Goan Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the dish. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Indian dishes.
What it is
Chunks of pork (often belly or shoulder) slow-roasted or pan-fried with a fiery and tangy Goan spice blend, featuring red chilies, vinegar, and garlic. Keto friendly if prepared without potatoes or starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Pork (belly or shoulder), Goan red chilies, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, vinegar, salt, ghee/oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the dish. Request a dry preparation without heavy gravy or flour-based thickeners. Confirm no jaggery or sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Hindi)
आलू या कोई स्टार्ची सब्ज़ी न डालें। इसे सूखी बनाएं, ग्रेवी या आटे का गाढ़ापन न हो। गुड़ या चीनी न हो, कृपया पुष्टि करें।
No potatoes or starchy vegetables, please. Make it dry, without heavy gravy or flour thickeners. Confirm no jaggery or sugar.
Watch out for
Often served with potatoes or rice; some recipes might use a touch of sugar/jaggery. Ensure it's a dry preparation.
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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