Pique Macho
Spicy Mixed Meat Platter
Yes, with a tweak: order 'sin papas fritas' (without french fries). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Bolivian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A large, indulgent platter featuring generous portions of diced beef, sliced hot dogs (or other sausages), onions, and rocoto peppers, often served sizzling.
Key ingredients
Beef (tenderloin or sirloin), frankfurter-style sausages, onions, rocoto peppers, cooking oil, salt, pepper, cumin. (Originally with french fries and sometimes hard-boiled egg.)
How to make it keto
Crucially, order 'sin papas fritas' (without french fries). Request extra meat, onions, and rocoto peppers instead of the fries.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Pique Macho, sin papas fritas, por favor. ¿Podría ser con más carne, cebolla y rocoto en su lugar?
Pique Macho: no french fries, please. Can I have extra meat, onions, and rocoto peppers instead?
Watch out for
French fries are the primary carb component and must be completely avoided. Large quantities of onions also contribute to total carbs. Some sausages may contain fillers or sugar in their processing, and some marinades for the beef could have minimal added sugar.
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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