Picante de Lengua
Spicy Beef Tongue Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sin arroz y sin papas' (without rice and without potatoes). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bolivian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and spicy stew made with tender beef tongue, cooked in a vibrant sauce of aji amarillo (yellow chili), onions, garlic, and spices.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, aji amarillo paste, onions, garlic, cooking oil, peas, chicken/beef broth, cumin, oregano, salt.
How to make it keto
Request 'sin arroz y sin papas' (without rice and without potatoes). You may also ask for 'con pocas arvejas' (with few peas) or 'sin arvejas' (without peas) to further reduce carbs, as peas can add up.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Picante de Lengua, por favor, sin arroz, sin papas y sin arvejas.
Picante de Lengua: no rice, no potatoes, and no peas, please.
Watch out for
The most significant carb risks are the ubiquitous rice and potato sides. The sauce itself contains onions and peas, which contribute carbs. Some traditional recipes might use a small amount of flour for thickening, or include peanuts (adding carbs).
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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