Lengua Guisada con Hongos y Zapallo Italiano
Stewed Beef Tongue with Mushrooms and Zucchini (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: this is a significant modification of 'Lengua a la Jardinera'. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Chilean food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender beef tongue slow-cooked in a savory sauce, here specifically modified to be served with sautéed mushrooms and zucchini instead of traditional starchy vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, olive oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomato paste (small amount), beef broth, mushrooms, zucchini, salt, pepper, spices (e.g., bay leaf, cumin).
How to make it keto
This is a significant modification of 'Lengua a la Jardinera'. Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or peas. Ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour and has no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Lengua Guisada: sin papas, zanahorias ni arvejas. La salsa no debe llevar harina para espesar ni azúcar añadida.
Lengua Guisada: no potatoes, carrots, peas. Sauce must not be thickened with flour and have no added sugar.
Watch out for
Traditional 'a la Jardinera' includes potatoes, carrots, peas. Hidden flour thickeners in the sauce. Sugary tomato paste if used in large quantities.
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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