Sancocho (Keto-Modificado, Sin Víveres)
Dominican Multi-Meat Stew (No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request *no yuca, no ñame, no yautía, no papa (potato), no plátano*. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A robust and hearty stew featuring a mix of various meats (beef, chicken, pork), slow-cooked in a deeply flavored broth with aromatic herbs and a touch of vegetables like bell peppers and onions. Critically, *all traditional starchy root vegetables and plantains are omitted*.
Key ingredients
Beef (various cuts), chicken (bone-in), pork (various cuts), bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, oregano, pumpkin (minimal for color/thickening, if any), beef/chicken/pork broth, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request *no yuca, no ñame, no yautía, no papa (potato), no plátano*. Confirm the stew is primarily meat and broth with minimal allowed vegetables and no starchy thickeners. Minimize pumpkin if used.
Watch out for
The biggest risk is hidden root vegetables or plantains, which are core to traditional Sancocho. Small amounts of pumpkin are sometimes used for color and can add carbs. Ensure no thickening agents are starchy.
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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