Low Carb Homemade Pork Tocino
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a Filipino classic with this Low Carb Homemade Pork Tocino recipe, perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone cutting back on carbs. Featuring tender slices of pork shoulder or belly marinated in a sweet and savory blend of soy sauce, erythritol, paprika, and garlic powder, this dish delivers all the rich, caramelized flavors of traditional tocino while staying low-carb. The overnight marinade ensures depth of flavor, while optional annatto powder adds an irresistible pop of color. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ready in under 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family breakfasts. Pair it with cauliflower rice or a crisp vegetable salad for a vibrant, wholesome meal. Bring this healthier version of tocino to your table and savor every bite without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams Pork shoulder or pork belly
- 50 grams Erythritol or your preferred low-carb sweetener
- 60 ml Soy sauce
- 30 ml White vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Annatto powder (optional, for color)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Slice the pork shoulder or pork belly into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. This will help the marinade penetrate the meat better.
In a large bowl, combine erythritol, soy sauce, white vinegar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and annatto powder. Stir until erythritol is fully dissolved.
Add the sliced pork to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Massage the mixture into the pork to help absorption.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pork tocino for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to permeate the meat.
When ready to cook, heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in the pan. Discard the remaining marinade.
Cook the pork for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until the meat is caramelized, cooked through, and has a nice char. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
Once cooked, remove the pork tocino from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite low-carb side, like cauliflower rice or a fresh vegetable salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.0 g | 291% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 700 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 5403 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 187.3 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3098 mg | 66% | |
*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.
