Caldo de Bola de Maní (Keto con Bola de Coliflor)
Keto Peanut Beef Soup with Cauliflower 'Ball'
Yes, with a tweak: replaces the traditional plantain 'bola' with a cauliflower-based 'bola'. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ecuadorian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto interpretation of the famous Ecuadorian 'Caldo de Bola,' featuring a hearty beef broth enhanced with a rich, savory peanut base. The traditional green plantain 'bola' (ball) is cleverly replaced with a savory cauliflower 'bola' (mash) filled with seasoned ground beef, a piece of hard-boiled egg, and herbs.
Key ingredients
Beef broth, ground beef, riced cauliflower, hard-boiled egg, red onion, garlic, bell pepper (green), roasted ground peanuts, fresh cilantro, ground cumin, achiote oil, salt, black pepper, shredded cabbage (for garnish).
How to make it keto
Replaces the traditional plantain 'bola' with a cauliflower-based 'bola'. Ensures the peanut base does not contain added sugars and no starchy vegetables are in the broth.
Watch out for
Restaurant might mistakenly use plantain in the 'bola', add yuca or potato to the soup, or use commercial peanut butter/paste with added sugars. Starchy thickeners could also be a risk.
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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