Bistec Encebollado
Steak with Onions
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, beans, or tortillas are served with it. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Thinly sliced beef steak pan-fried or grilled, then smothered with generous amounts of sautéed onions. Often includes bell peppers as well.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (e.g., top round, sirloin), white onions, bell peppers (optional), garlic, olive oil or cooking oil, salt, pepper, sometimes Worcestershire sauce.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, beans, or tortillas are served with it. Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken any sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Bistec Encebollado, por favor, sin arroz, frijoles ni tortillas. ¿Me confirma que la salsa no lleva harina ni almidón?
For the Bistec Encebollado, no rice, beans, or tortillas. Please confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Possible flour/starch thickeners in sauce, Worcestershire sauce contains trace sugars/carbs, almost always served with high-carb sides.
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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