Codito de Cerdo Estofado (Keto, Sin Papa ni Arroz)
Braised Pork Hock (Keto, No Potatoes or Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are part of the stew. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Slowly braised pork hock (codillo), rich in collagen, succulent meat, and deep flavor, simmered in a savory, aromatic broth with herbs and mild chiles until fall-off-the-bone tender.
Key ingredients
Pork hock, onion, garlic, bay leaves, dried chiles (e.g., cascabel, ancho), cumin, oregano, broth, lard/oil.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables are part of the stew. Request without rice or beans. A simple green salad or side of nopales would be ideal.
Watch out for
Potential for flour or masa thickeners in the stew, or hidden sugars if tomatoes are used excessively in the sauce. Verify no starchy vegetables are cooked with the meat.
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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