Chicharrón de Cachete (Keto)
Crispy Pork Cheek Chicharrón Platter (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Crispy, melt-in-your-mouth pork cheek chicharrón, slow-rendered and fried until golden and crunchy. Served with fresh guacamole and a side of sugar-free salsa.
Key ingredients
Pork cheek, lard, salt, guacamole (avocado, onion, cilantro, lime), fresh salsa (tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeño).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or sugary seasonings are used. Request guacamole and salsa without added sugar. Served without chips or tortillas.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in commercial salsa or guacamole, corn chips served alongside.
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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