Pachamanca a la Olla (Keto Modificado)
Slow-Cooked Meats (Pachamanca Style, no high-carb vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request *only* the meats and their juices, explicitly omitting all traditional high-carb vegetables (potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, yuca). About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A home-style version of the traditional earth oven feast, with assorted meats (pork, lamb, chicken, beef) marinated in a robust blend of herbs (huacatay, chincho), chilies, and spices, then slow-cooked. Modified to exclude high-carb elements like potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and yuca.
Key ingredients
Pork (belly/ribs), lamb (leg/shoulder), chicken (thighs/legs), beef (brisket/short ribs), huacatay, chincho, aji panca, garlic, cumin, vinegar, vegetable oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *only* the meats and their juices, explicitly omitting all traditional high-carb vegetables (potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, yuca). Inquire about any sugar in the marinade (rare for authentic pachamanca but worth checking).
Watch out for
Marinade might contain small amounts of sugar, traditional high-carb vegetables (potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, yuca) are integral and *must* be omitted, huacatay can have trace carbs.
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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