Pork Choma
Grilled Pork
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
Juicy and often crispy-skinned pieces of pork, slow-roasted or grilled over charcoal, seasoned simply with salt and black pepper to highlight the natural flavors of the meat. A popular social dish.
Key ingredients
Pork (often belly, ribs, or shoulder cuts), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades are used, and avoid any sweet glazing sauces. Request it be served without traditional carb sides like ugali or fries.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, sweet dipping sauces, carb-heavy sides (e.g., ugali, chapati, fries, roasted potatoes).
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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