Sopa de Cola de Res (Modificación Keto)
Keto Oxtail Soup
Yes, with a tweak: ask for 'sin papa, sin yuca, sin plátano, sin camote' (no potatoes, yuca, plantain, sweet potato). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and savory soup featuring slow-cooked oxtail that falls off the bone, simmered in a deeply flavored beef broth. This keto version is prepared with traditional aromatics like onion, bell pepper, and celery, but explicitly excludes starchy root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Oxtail, beef broth, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, cilantro, bay leaf, cumin, salt, black pepper, dash of Lizano sauce (ensure sugar-free version or omit).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for 'sin papa, sin yuca, sin plátano, sin camote' (no potatoes, yuca, plantain, sweet potato). Confirm no added sugar in the broth or seasoning.
Watch out for
Restaurants often include potatoes, yuca, or corn in traditional oxtail soup. Hidden sugars in pre-made broths or seasoning mixes.
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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