Asado de Tira con Ensalada Fresca (Keto)
Grilled Beef Short Ribs with Fresh Salad (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omits all starchy sides such as rice, potatoes, or yuca. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
Tender, succulent grilled beef short ribs (asado de tira), a prized cut known for its rich flavor and ideal for slow-cooking or grilling until perfectly tender. Served simply with a generous fresh green salad (lettuce, tomato, and red onion with a light lime vinaigrette) and sliced avocado, ensuring traditional starchy sides are omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs (bone-in), red onion, garlic, ground cumin, achiote, bay leaf, beef broth (for braising, if applicable), olive oil, salt, black pepper. For salad: mixed greens, fresh tomato, red onion, sliced avocado, lime juice, extra virgin olive oil.
How to make it keto
Strictly omits all starchy sides such as rice, potatoes, or yuca. Ensures no sugary marinades or glazes are used on the meat.
Watch out for
Restaurant might use sugary marinades or sauces on the ribs, or covertly serve with carby side dishes. Check salad dressings for hidden sugars.
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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