Sancocho (solo carnes y caldo, sin víveres)
Sancocho (Meats and Broth Only, no Root Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: this is a significant modification. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
A rich, multi-meat stew broth featuring chunks of beef, chicken, and pork, simmered with aromatic herbs like cilantro, garlic, onions, and bell peppers. This keto version requires carefully consuming only the meats and the savory broth, explicitly leaving out all traditional high-carb root vegetables (yuca, yautía, ñame, squash, plantains, potato).
Key ingredients
Beef, chicken, pork, beef broth, chicken broth, cilantro, onions, bell peppers, garlic, oregano, lime juice, cooking oil (omitting traditional root vegetables and plantains).
How to make it keto
This is a significant modification. Clearly communicate that you only want the meat and broth, and no starchy vegetables or plantains. Be prepared to pick out any remaining root vegetables if they cannot be fully excluded.
Watch out for
The traditional dish is fundamentally high-carb due to root vegetables. Residual carbs from small amounts of squash or other starchy vegetables in the broth, or hidden thickeners.
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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