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Braised Beef Stew (Keto-style) with Steamed Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO yuca, NO plantains in the stew. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender chunks of beef slowly braised in a rich, savory sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Traditionally includes root vegetables and is served with rice, but this keto version omits those and focuses on the flavorful meat with steamed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat (e.g., chuck), bell peppers, onions, garlic, small amount of tomato paste, olive oil, cilantro, oregano, salt, pepper. Served with steamed broccoli/green beans.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO potatoes, NO carrots, NO yuca, NO plantains in the stew. Request NO rice or beans on the side. Ask for steamed low-carb vegetables instead. Confirm no sugar in the stew's sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes heavily feature potatoes, carrots, yuca, or other starchy roots. Tomato paste can contain sugar. High-carb sides are standard.
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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