Chicharrón en Salsa Verde
Pork Rinds in Green Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the sauce is made fresh without thickeners (like masa or flour) or added sugar. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Crispy pork rinds simmered in a savory, tangy green tomatillo sauce until tender and flavorful. A comforting and unique dish.
Key ingredients
Pork rinds (pork skin), tomatillos, serrano or jalapeño peppers, cilantro, onion, garlic, chicken broth, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure the sauce is made fresh without thickeners (like masa or flour) or added sugar. Confirm pork rinds are plain and unsweetened. Request no rice or beans on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Chicharrón en Salsa Verde, sin arroz ni frijoles, por favor. ¿La salsa es fresca, sin azúcar ni espesantes? ¿Los chicharrones son naturales, sin endulzar?
Chicharrón en Salsa Verde, no rice or beans, please. Is the sauce fresh, sugar-free, and without thickeners? Are the pork rinds plain and unsweetened?
Watch out for
Thickening agents in the sauce (masa, flour), added sugar in the sauce, rice, beans, tortillas (if served with). Tomatillos and onions 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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