Asado de Cerdo con Ensalada de Repollo y Tomate (Keto)
Roast Pork with Cabbage and Tomato Salad (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the pork is roasted without sugary glazes or marinades. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent slow-roasted pork, typically a shoulder or leg cut, seasoned with traditional Nicaraguan spices. Served with a refreshing and simple cabbage and tomato salad, omitting high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Pork roast, garlic, onion, bitter orange (naranja agria) or lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, cabbage, tomatoes, white vinegar or lime juice, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure the pork is roasted without sugary glazes or marinades. Request only the roasted pork and a plain cabbage and tomato salad with a vinaigrette-style dressing (oil, vinegar/lime, salt, pepper), no mayo or sweet dressings. Strictly no rice, beans, or yuca.
Watch out for
Pork roast might be prepared with sugary rubs or glazes. Salad dressing might contain hidden sugars.
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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