Costillas de Res Asadas (sin Glaseado Azucarado)
Roasted Beef Ribs (without Sugary Glaze)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ask for no sugary glazes, barbecue sauces, or other sweet marinades. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Succulent beef short ribs, slow-roasted until tender and falling off the bone, seasoned simply with traditional Cuban spices like garlic, cumin, and oregano. The key modification is ensuring no sugary glazes or sauces are applied.
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs, olive oil, fresh garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, bay leaves, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ask for no sugary glazes, barbecue sauces, or other sweet marinades. Confirm the ribs are seasoned purely with savory spices. Request no high-carb accompaniments like rice or sweet potatoes.
Watch out for
Pre-marinated ribs containing sugar, hidden sugars in dry rub seasonings, commercial sauces. Restaurant portions are often larger and fattier than expected.
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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