Vaca Frita
Fried Cow (Crispy Shredded Beef)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Boiled and shredded flank or skirt steak, pan-fried until crispy and then tossed with lime juice, garlic, and sautéed onions.
Key ingredients
Flank/skirt steak, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, onions, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. Ask for extra lime and confirm generous use of olive oil for frying.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Vaca Frita, sin arroz, frijoles ni plátanos. Con más limón. ¿Se fríe con bastante aceite de oliva?
Vaca Frita, no rice, no beans, no plantains. Extra lime. Confirm it's fried with plenty of olive oil.
Watch out for
Large quantities of sautéed onions can add up to moderate carbs. Traditionally served with high-carb sides.
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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