Codillo de Cerdo Enchipotlado
Pork Hock in Chipotle Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the chipotle sauce does not contain excessive added sugar (chipotle in adobo often has some, but can be managed). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent pork hock (chamorro or codillo) slow-braised until exceptionally tender, served in a smoky, rich, and moderately spicy sauce made primarily from chipotle peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices.
Key ingredients
Pork hock (codillo/chamorro), chipotle peppers in adobo, ripe tomatoes, white onion, garlic, chicken or pork broth, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, cooking oil (e.g., lard, avocado oil), salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure the chipotle sauce does not contain excessive added sugar (chipotle in adobo often has some, but can be managed). Confirm no flour or starch thickeners are used. Served without rice, beans, or tortillas.
Watch out for
Added sugar in the adobo sauce from chipotle peppers, flour/starch as thickeners in the sauce, excessive use of tomatoes.
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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