Bistek na Tuna
Tuna Steak ala Bistek
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is used to caramelize the onions or in the marinade. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Pan-seared or grilled tuna steaks marinated in soy sauce, calamansi juice (or lemon), and black pepper, topped with tender, caramelized onion rings. A seafood take on the classic Bistek Tagalog.
Key ingredients
Tuna steaks, soy sauce, calamansi juice (or lemon), black pepper, onions, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is used to caramelize the onions or in the marinade. Traditionally served with rice, which must be omitted. Request onions cooked only until tender, not heavily caramelized with added sugar.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in soy sauce or for onion caramelization. Traditionally served with rice. Calamansi juice (if generous) can add some carbs.
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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