Buche de Cerdo Relleno de Carne (Keto)
Stuffed Pork Stomach (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A traditional and hearty dish where a pork stomach (buche) is thoroughly cleaned and then stuffed with a seasoned mixture of ground beef or pork, bell peppers, onions, and herbs. It's then slow-cooked until incredibly tender, offering a rich and savory flavor profile. Naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Pork stomach, ground beef or pork, onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato (small amount), herbs (hierbabuena, cilantro), salt, pepper, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no rice, breadcrumbs, or other starchy fillers are used in the stuffing mixture. Request a generous portion of the meaty filling.
Watch out for
Starchy fillers in the stuffing (e.g., rice, breadcrumbs).
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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