Costillas de Cerdo en Salsa de Ajo y Limón
Pan-Seared Pork Ribs with Garlic-Lemon Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Succulent pork ribs (often country-style or spare ribs) pan-seared or slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender, then finished with a vibrant and tangy sauce made from fresh garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Served with no carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, Olive oil, Garlic, Lemon juice, Cilantro or parsley, Salt, Black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary rubs or marinades were used. Ensure the sauce has no added sugar or thickeners. Serve with low-carb vegetables as an alternative to starchy sides.
Watch out for
Often served with sugary BBQ sauces or glazes. Restaurants might add thickeners to the sauce. Traditionally accompanied by rice or root vegetables.
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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