Carne de Res Guisada (Keto Estilo)
Dominican Beef Stew (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'sin arroz, sin habichuelas, sin papas, sin yuca' (no rice, no beans, no potatoes, no yuca). About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chunks of beef, slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, and tomato paste. The stew itself is keto if served without rice, beans, or root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat (e.g., chuck), bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, tomato paste, olive oil, oregano, sour orange (or lime/vinegar), chicken broth, olives (optional).
How to make it keto
Request 'sin arroz, sin habichuelas, sin papas, sin yuca' (no rice, no beans, no potatoes, no yuca). Confirm no flour or starchy thickeners are used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste (common in restaurant settings), flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, and the high-carb side dishes.
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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