Longaniza (a la Plancha)
Grilled Puerto Rican Pork Sausage
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Savory Puerto Rican pork sausage, often made with annatto for color, garlic, and spices, grilled or pan-fried. A naturally high-fat, high-protein option.
Key ingredients
Ground pork, annatto, garlic, oregano, vinegar, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil or lard).
Optional tweaks
Ensure it's served without bread or any starchy sides. Ask for a side of avocado or a simple green salad.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Longaniza a la Plancha, por favor, sin pan ni acompañamientos con almidón. ¿Podría ser con aguacate o una ensalada verde simple?
The Longaniza a la Plancha, please, without bread or any starchy sides. Can I have a side of avocado or a simple green salad?
Watch out for
Some commercial longaniza might have fillers or sugars. Confirm with the restaurant that it's traditional, high-pork content sausage.
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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