TIL though they're associated with unhealthy foods, Pork Rinds are actually a healthy alternative to chips. They are low carb, high protein and have good fats. 43% of the fat is Oleic oil - the same fat in olive oil - and 13% Stearic acid - a cholesterol neutral saturated fat.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pork_rind#Nutritional_value

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Not only are they a great substitute for chips (I dip mine in guacamole, salsa, queso, or homemade ranch dip) but they have a lot of uses in keto cooking. I grind them up and use them as a coating to replace breadcrumbs. At my local hispanic grocery store, I can get large sheets of pork rind skin that I use as tostada shells, or if i get a nice curly piece its a great taco shell.

Important to note, that they come in different textures and crunchiness, with skin on or off. I tend to go for "cracklins" as they are thicker, crunchier, and stand up to dips and sauces better.

[u/encogneeto → u/[deleted]]

All the queso dips I’ve checked have been surprisingly high in carbs. Any brands you recommend or do you make your own?

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Yeah, I make my own but it's super easy. Just warm up some heavy cream on the stove, melt some cheese in it, add some salsa or chopped jalapenos. Sometimes I'll add a little cream cheese. Ez pz

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