Puerco en Chile Seco (Keto, Sin Verduras con Almidón)
Pork in Dried Chile Sauce (Keto, No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the sauce is not thickened with masa or flour, and has no added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Succulent chunks of pork slow-cooked in a rich, non-sweetened sauce made from rehydrated dried chiles (e.g., ancho, guajillo, pasilla), creating a deep, earthy, and mildly spicy flavor profile.
Key ingredients
Pork, dried chiles (ancho, guajillo, pasilla), garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chicken/beef broth, lard/oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Confirm the sauce is not thickened with masa or flour, and has no added sugar. Request without rice, beans, or potatoes. Ask for low-carb vegetables on the side, like steamed green beans or zucchini.
Watch out for
Sauce thickeners (flour/masa) are a primary risk. Restaurants might add a small amount of sugar to balance chile sauces; inquire about this. Ensure no starchy vegetables are cooked into the stew.
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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