Low Carb Adobo Pork

Savor the rich, savory flavors of Low Carb Adobo Pork—an irresistible Filipino-inspired dish tailored to fit your low-carb lifestyle. This easy yet flavor-packed recipe features tender pork shoulder simmered to perfection in a zesty blend of soy sauce, coconut vinegar, and aromatic garlic, punctuated by earthy bay leaves and whole peppercorns. The addition of a keto-friendly sweetener adds a subtle balance to the tangy sauce, which thickens beautifully as it cooks. Perfectly browned in olive oil for an extra layer of depth, this dish is not only simple to make but also comes together in just over an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Pair it with steamed low-carb veggies or cauliflower rice for a satisfying, hearty meal that's packed with bold, authentic flavors without the carbs.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 6 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Coconut vinegar
• 0.5 cup Water
• 3 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into 2-inch cubes and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Peel and crush the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add pork pieces in batches to avoid crowding and brown them on all sides for about 3-5 minutes per side. Remove browned pork and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce heat to medium. In the same pot, add crushed garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Return the browned pork to the pot. Pour in the soy sauce, coconut vinegar, and water.

Step 6

Add bay leaves, whole black peppercorns, and sweetener. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until pork is tender and sauce has slightly thickened. Stir occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the lid and increase heat to medium-high. Let the sauce reduce to your desired consistency, usually about another 10 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve hot with low-carb vegetable sides or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2305.1

Total Fat 135.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 7620.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 227.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.0mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 3863.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 40.8%

Carbs: 4.5%