Carne Frita
Fried Pork Chunks
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Marinated pork shoulder or leg, cut into bite-sized chunks, deep-fried until golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender inside. Seasoned with garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and sour orange or lime juice.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder/leg, fresh garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, sour orange or lime juice, high-heat oil for deep frying (e.g., vegetable, canola).
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure no breading or flour dredge is applied to the pork. Request it plainly seasoned and fried. Avoid any sweet dipping sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Carne Frita, por favor, sin empanizar ni enharinar. Solo sazonada y frita. Sin salsas dulces.
Carne Frita: please, no breading or flour. Just plainly seasoned and fried. No sweet dipping sauces, please.
Watch out for
Breading or flour dredge (some restaurants might add for crispiness), sugary dipping sauces, and typical high-carb side dishes like mofongo, tostones, or rice.
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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