Fricasé de Cerdo (Sin Papas ni Zanahorias)
Pork Fricassee (without Potatoes or Carrots)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or carrots. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Puerto Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chunks of pork stewed in a rich, flavorful tomato-based sauce with sofrito, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and olives. Traditionally includes potatoes and carrots, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Pork shoulder, tomato sauce, sofrito (onions, garlic, bell peppers, culantro), olives, capers, bay leaves, cooking oil, spices (oregano, cumin, adobo).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or carrots. Ask for the fricassee to be served with a side of avocado, extra green salad, or sautéed non-starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Tomato sauce can contain hidden sugars; confirm a savory, sugar-free preparation. Omission of potatoes and carrots is crucial for keto compliance.
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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