Chicharrón de Gallina
Crispy Fried Chicken (Paraguayan Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
Crispy pieces of chicken, often including skin, deep-fried until golden brown and seasoned. A simple, rustic, and inherently flavorful dish, popular for its texture and richness.
Key ingredients
Chicken (thighs, wings, or mixed pieces with skin), lard or vegetable oil for deep frying, salt, garlic powder, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour, breading, or sugar is used in the seasoning or frying process. Traditionally, this is just seasoned chicken fried in fat.
Watch out for
Hidden flour or starch if chicken is pre-marinated or if the kitchen uses it for crisping. Some commercial seasonings may contain sugar.
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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