Salpicón de Res
Minced Beef Salad
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no crackers, tortillas, or bread are served alongside. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing and flavorful dish made from finely minced cooked beef, mixed with a vibrant dressing of lime juice, red onion, cilantro, and sometimes bell pepper. Served chilled.
Key ingredients
Cooked beef (often leftover cuts), lime juice, red onion, cilantro, bell pepper (optional), salt, pepper, a touch of olive oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no crackers, tortillas, or bread are served alongside. Confirm no sugar in the dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Salpicón de Res, por favor, sin galletas, tortillas ni pan. ¿Me confirma que el aderezo no lleva azúcar?
For the Salpicón de Res, no crackers, tortillas, or bread on the side. Please confirm no sugar in the dressing.
Watch out for
Usually served with crackers or tortillas, hidden sugar in dressing (unlikely for traditional salpicón).
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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