Caldo de Res (Estilo Cubano)
Cuban Beef Broth
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
A clear, deeply flavorful and comforting Cuban-style beef broth, made from slowly simmered beef bones and chuck meat with aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and bell pepper, seasoned simply with bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Key ingredients
Beef bones, beef chuck, water, onion, celery, green bell pepper, garlic, bay leaf, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no starchy vegetables (like potatoes) or pasta are added, which is common in some versions. Ensure no bouillon cubes with added MSG or sugar.
Watch out for
Potential for added high-carb vegetables like potatoes or corn, or sugary flavor enhancers in store-bought broth.
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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