Costillitas en Adobo
Pork Ribs in Adobo Sauce (Keto, No Rice/Beans)
No, skip this one: about 20g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Tender pork ribs slow-cooked in a rich, deeply flavored adobo sauce, typically made from various dried chiles, garlic, and spices. The meat becomes fall-off-the-bone tender.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, dried chiles (e.g., Ancho, Guajillo), garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, vinegar, bay leaf, lard/oil.
If you order it anyway
Confirm no sugar (piloncillo) or flour/bread is used to thicken the adobo sauce. Request no rice, beans, or tortillas. Serve with a side of avocado or a green salad.
Watch out for
Adobo sauce often contains piloncillo (unrefined cane sugar) or fruit for sweetness, or masa/bread for thickening. Served with high-carb sides.
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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