Greña de Res con Sofrito y Aguacate (Keto)
Shredded Beef with Sofrito and Avocado (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb sides like rice, potatoes, or plantains. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef (Greña de Res) seasoned with a vibrant Ecuadorian sofrito of onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served as a hearty main dish alongside generous slices of fresh avocado, with all traditional high-carb sides removed.
Key ingredients
Beef flank or brisket, onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, garlic, cumin, achiote, cilantro, olive oil, beef broth, salt, pepper, avocado.
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb sides like rice, potatoes, or plantains. Confirm no added sugars in the sofrito base. Ask for a simple green salad as an optional accompaniment.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sofrito, excessive use of tomatoes, traditional starchy sides (rice, potatoes, plantains).
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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