Res Guisada (Keto-Friendly)
Dominican Stewed Beef with Low-Carb Vegetables (No Starchy Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request NO potatoes, yuca, or other starchy root vegetables in the stew. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent chunks of beef, slow-cooked until fork-tender in a deeply flavorful tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and spices. Modified to remove starchy vegetables and served without rice or beans.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks (stewing beef), tomato paste/sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, olives, cooking oil, beef broth, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request NO potatoes, yuca, or other starchy root vegetables in the stew. Request no rice or beans on the side. Ask for a side of steamed green beans, spinach, or a green salad.
Watch out for
Similar to Pollo Guisado, traditional versions include starchy root vegetables. Tomato paste/sauce can have added sugar. Flour often used as a thickener. Always served with rice and beans.
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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