Mondongo (sin víveres)
Tripe Stew (without starchy vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: mUST request 'sin víveres' (without potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, chickpeas, or plantains) and 'sin arroz'. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty and robust stew made from tender beef tripe, slow-cooked in a savory broth with sofrito, herbs, spices, and a light tomato base.
Key ingredients
Beef tripe, sofrito (onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro), tomato paste, bouillon, annatto oil, green olives, cooking oil, water.
How to make it keto
MUST request 'sin víveres' (without potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, chickpeas, or plantains) and 'sin arroz'. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce or tomato paste. Be vigilant as Mondongo commonly includes starchy root vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Mondongo, por favor, sin víveres (papa, zanahoria, calabaza, garbanzos, plátano) y sin arroz. ¿La salsa no tiene azúcar?
Mondongo, please: no root vegetables, chickpeas, or plantains. No rice, and no added sugar in sauce or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, chickpeas, plantains, yuca, added sugar in tomato paste/sauce, rice if served alongside. Thickening agents can also contribute hidden carbs.
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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