Leitão Assado com Grelos Salteados
Roast Suckling Pig with Sautéed Turnip Greens
Yes, with a tweak: request no potato chips (batatas fritas) or fries. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
Crispy-skinned, succulent roast suckling pig, a Portuguese delicacy, traditionally seasoned and slow-roasted, served with sautéed turnip greens. Traditional potato chips or fries are omitted.
Key ingredients
Suckling pig, salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil, turnip greens (grelos).
How to make it keto
Request no potato chips (batatas fritas) or fries. Ask for sautéed turnip greens (grelos salteados) or other low-carb green vegetables.
Watch out for
None significant, turnip greens are low carb.
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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