Leitão Assado (com Pele Crocante)
Roasted Suckling Pig (with Crispy Skin)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sweet glazes or sauces are used. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Portuguese dishes.
What it is
A classic festive dish, whole suckling pig slow-roasted to achieve incredibly tender meat and crispy skin. Naturally very keto-friendly, provided it's served without starchy sides like potatoes or a sweet glaze.
Key ingredients
Suckling pig, salt, pepper, garlic, bay leaves.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sweet glazes or sauces are used. Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy sides. Request to omit any accompanying fruit (e.g., oranges).
Say this to the waiter (Portuguese)
No Leitão Assado, sem batatas nem arroz, por favor. Pode ser uma salada verde ou legumes cozidos simples, como feijão-verde ou brócolos?
For the Leitão Assado, no potatoes or rice please. Can I have a green salad or simple steamed vegetables, like green beans or broccoli?
Watch out for
Any accompanying sauces or glazes may contain sugar. Sometimes served with fruits (like oranges) that must be omitted.
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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