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CarnivoreMexican Pork Carnitas Bowl
A quick and satisfying fast-casual style bowl featuring crispy shredded pork, fresh avocado, sour cream, and a squeeze of lime over a simple base of riced cauliflower.
5g
net carbs
36g
protein
58g
fat
710
kcal
The keto read
5g net carbs per serving
A quick and satisfying fast-casual style bowl featuring crispy shredded pork, fresh avocado, sour cream, and a squeeze of lime over a simple base of riced cauliflower.
Ingredients
1 servings
Pork Base
Pulled Pork (cooked, unseasoned)150 g
Lard15 g
Salt0.5 tsp
Rice Base
Riced Cauliflower (frozen)100 g
Butter14 g
Toppings
Avocado75 g
Sour Cream30 g
Lime Juice10 ml
Method
Pork Base
1
Melt the lard in a hot skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shredded pork and salt, pressing down to get maximum contact. Let it sear undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until one side is deeply browned and crispy, then flip to warm through.
Rice Base
2
While the pork cooks, place the frozen riced cauliflower and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes until tender, then drain any excess liquid and fluff with a fork.
Plate
3
Assemble the bowl by placing the warm riced cauliflower at the bottom. Pile the crispy pork on top, then add the sliced avocado and a dollop of sour cream. Drizzle the fresh lime juice over everything before serving.
The keto read
Why this lands at 5g net carbs
The carb total here comes only from the small amount of lower-carb ingredients; there's no added sugar or starch. At 5g net carbs against 36g protein and 58g fat, it sits comfortably inside a ketogenic day for most people.
Common questions
Is Mexican Pork Carnitas Bowl keto?▾
Mexican Pork Carnitas Bowl has 5g net carbs per serving, which fits comfortably in a keto day.
What are the macros for Mexican Pork Carnitas Bowl?▾
710 calories, 36g protein, 58g fat, and 5g net carbs per serving.
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