Carne Guisada (Keto Braised Beef)
Braised Beef (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Flavorful chunks of beef stew meat, slow-braised until incredibly tender in a robust tomato-based sauce infused with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and traditional Dominican spices. Modified to be served without its usual high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat (e.g., chuck), tomato paste/sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, oregano, beef broth, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no beans, and no plantains. Ask to verify no sugar or thickening agents (e.g., cornstarch, potato) are added to the sauce. Request extra avocado or a simple green salad as a side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the tomato sauce base (sazón/sofrito or direct sugar), thickening agents (e.g., cornstarch), root vegetables (potatoes, yuca) sometimes added to the stew, cross-contamination with carb-heavy 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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