Bistec de Res a la Plancha con Pico de Gallo y Aguacate (Estilo Keto)
Grilled Beef Steak with Pico de Gallo and Avocado (Keto Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A tender grilled beef steak, typically a sirloin or chuck cut (bistec de res a la plancha), seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and garlic. It's served with a fresh, vibrant pico de gallo (a relish of diced tomatoes, white onions, cilantro, and lime juice) and generous slices of ripe avocado. This dish inherently aligns with keto principles by omitting traditional starchy sides like rice, beans, or plantains.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (e.g., sirloin), olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder. For pico de gallo: Roma tomatoes, white onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño (optional). For serving: Ripe avocado.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary marinades on the steak. Request the steak plain with salt and pepper. Ensure no rice, beans, tortillas, or plantains are served. Ask for extra avocado.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to pico de gallo or use a pre-made marinade for the steak. Large quantities of tomatoes and onions in pico de gallo can add up total carbs, so consider it a condiment.
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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