Carne Mechada (Carne Deshebrada Guisada con Ensalada)
Keto Braised Shredded Beef (with Salad)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no beans, no plantains, and no potatoes. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef, often braised with bell peppers, onions, and a savory tomato-based sauce. For keto, it's served with a fresh green salad, omitting the traditional rice or other carb sides.
Key ingredients
Flank steak or similar cut for shredding, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, red onions, garlic, cilantro, Dominican oregano, lime juice, unsweetened tomato paste/sauce, beef broth, olive oil, salt, pepper. Side: mixed greens, oil & vinegar.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no beans, no plantains, and no potatoes. Opt for a side salad with oil and vinegar dressing, or sliced avocado.
Watch out for
Typically served with rice and beans. Tomato sauce/paste can contain sugar. Some recipes might include small amounts of carrots for sweetness.
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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