Ropa Vieja
Old Clothes (Shredded Beef Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cuban food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Slow-braised shredded flank steak in a savory tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and spices. Rich and tender.
Key ingredients
Flank steak, tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. Ask the chef to confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. If possible, request extra virgin olive oil for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Ropa Vieja, sin arroz, frijoles ni plátanos. ¿Podría confirmar que la salsa no tiene azúcar? Si es posible, cocinar con aceite de oliva virgen extra.
Ropa Vieja, no rice, no beans, no plantains. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce. Cook with extra virgin olive oil, if possible.
Watch out for
Tomato sauce can contain added sugar. Large portions of bell peppers and onions contribute to total carbs. Traditionally served with high-carb sides (rice, plantains) which must be avoided.
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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