Chuzos de Carne / Pollo (Modificada)
Beef / Chicken Skewers (Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request skewers with only meat, or meat with keto-friendly vegetables like bell peppers and onions. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Grilled skewers featuring cubes of beef or chicken, a popular street food and restaurant appetizer or main.
Key ingredients
Cubes of beef or chicken, grilled. May include bell peppers and onions.
How to make it keto
Request skewers with only meat, or meat with keto-friendly vegetables like bell peppers and onions. Explicitly ask to omit any potato chunks, plantain pieces, or accompanying arepas. Confirm that marinades do not contain sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Chuzos, solo carne, o carne con pimientos y cebolla, por favor. Sin papas, plátano ni arepas. ¿Los marinados no tienen azúcar?
Chuzos, please with only meat, or meat with bell peppers and onions. Omit potatoes, plantain, or arepas. Are the marinades sugar-free?
Watch out for
Marinades (can contain sugar). Any non-keto vegetables accidentally included on the skewer. High-carb cooking oils.
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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