Gallo de Carne (Sin Tortilla)
Seasoned Shredded Meat Plate (No Tortilla)
Yes, with a tweak: served without any tortilla, rice, or beans. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A plate of richly seasoned and shredded beef or pork (often slow-cooked), typically served with onions and peppers. The traditional tortilla accompaniment is omitted for a keto version.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef (ropa vieja style) or pork, yellow onion, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, beef/pork broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, served without any tortilla, rice, or beans. Ensure no starchy thickeners in the meat sauce.
Watch out for
Restaurant seasoning blends can contain hidden sugars or starches. Sauces might be thickened with flour.
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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