Costillas de Cochino Fritas
Fried Pork Ribs (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
What it is
Crispy and juicy segments of pork ribs, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, then deep-fried to a golden perfection. A staple comfort food.
Key ingredients
Pork ribs, lard or high-quality cooking oil (e.g., avocado oil, coconut oil), salt, black pepper, garlic powder (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or flour coating is used. Confirm they are fried in keto-friendly fats and not seed oils (e.g., corn, soybean, canola oil). Request to be served without any high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Breading or flour if not explicitly omitted. Often served with high-carb sides like french fries or yuca.
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.