Carne a la Pimienta
Steak with Pepper Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the pepper sauce is made with heavy cream and not thickened with flour or cornstarch, and contains no added sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bolivian dishes.
What it is
A tender cut of beef, typically sirloin or tenderloin, pan-seared or grilled, and then smothered in a rich, creamy black pepper sauce. A satisfying and robust meal.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (sirloin/tenderloin), black peppercorns, heavy cream, butter, beef broth, cognac or brandy (optional), garlic, salt, olive oil.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Confirm the pepper sauce is made with heavy cream and not thickened with flour or cornstarch, and contains no added sugar. Request keto-friendly sides like grilled asparagus or a green salad instead of rice or potatoes.
Watch out for
The pepper sauce is a major carb risk due to potential flour/cornstarch thickeners or added sugars. Always confirm ingredients. High-carb side dishes are standard and must be avoided.
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.
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