Porceddu
Sardinian Roast Suckling Pig
Yes, with a tweak: ensure it is served without any carb-based sides (e.g., potatoes, bread). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A quintessential Sardinian dish, 'Porceddu' is a whole suckling pig, slow-roasted over myrtle wood or aromatic herbs until the skin is incredibly crispy and the meat is tender and succulent. Naturally keto, just ensure no carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Suckling pig, myrtle branches/rosemary, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure it is served without any carb-based sides (e.g., potatoes, bread). Confirm no sugary glazes or marinades.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Il Porceddu, per favore senza contorni a base di carboidrati come patate o pane. E senza glasse o marinate zuccherate.
I'd like the Porceddu, but please no carb-based sides like potatoes or bread. And no sugary glazes or marinades.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades/glazes, carb-heavy side dishes if not specified.
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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