Sobrebarriga a la Plancha / al Vapor (Modificada)
Grilled / Steamed Flank Steak or Brisket (Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: order the Sobrebarriga plain, without any potato or rice sides. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Colombian dishes.
What it is
Tender, slow-cooked flank steak or brisket, often finished on the grill ('a la plancha') or simply steamed ('al vapor').
Key ingredients
Flank steak or brisket, slow-cooked until tender. Seasoned with salt and pepper. May be seared with butter/oil.
How to make it keto
Order the Sobrebarriga plain, without any potato or rice sides. If served with a creole sauce (hogao), ask for it on the side and confirm there is no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Sobrebarriga, simple, sin papas ni arroz. Si lleva hogao, póngalo aparte y confirme que no tiene azúcar.
Sobrebarriga, plain please, no potato or rice sides. If it comes with hogao, please put it on the side and confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in accompanying sauces (though traditional hogao is usually sugar-free, restaurant versions may vary). Excess 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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