Chicharrón en Salsa Roja
Pork Rinds in Red Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request "sin arroz y sin frijoles" (without rice and beans) and "sin tortillas" (without tortillas). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy fried pork rinds simmered in a rich, savory red chile sauce until softened and infused with flavor. A comforting and hearty stew-like dish.
Key ingredients
Pork rinds (chicharrón), dried red chiles (e.g., guajillo, ancho), tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, cooking oil/lard.
How to make it keto
Request "sin arroz y sin frijoles" (without rice and beans) and "sin tortillas" (without tortillas). Inquire if the sauce is thickened with masa (corn flour) or cornstarch, and request it without if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Chicharrón en Salsa Roja, por favor, sin arroz, frijoles ni tortillas. ¿La salsa lleva masa o maicena para espesar? Si es así, ¿se puede evitar?
My Chicharrón en Salsa Roja, please without rice, beans, or tortillas. Is the sauce thickened with masa or cornstarch? If so, can it be omitted?
Watch out for
Sauce might be thickened with masa or cornstarch. Some restaurants may add a pinch of sugar to balance the tomato/chile sauce. Tomatoes themselves contribute some carbs.
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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