Kaldereta (Keto Modified)
Beef Stew in Tomato Sauce with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no potatoes' and 'no carrots.' Ask for 'no added sugar' in the sauce and to avoid starchy thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Filipino beef stew traditionally cooked in a tomato-based sauce with potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers. For keto, potatoes and carrots are omitted, and bell peppers are kept. The sauce needs to be checked for added sugar or starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks, tomato sauce/paste, bell peppers, liver spread, garlic, onions, bay leaves, chili flakes, cheese (optional).
How to make it keto
Request 'no potatoes' and 'no carrots.' Ask for 'no added sugar' in the sauce and to avoid starchy thickeners. If liver spread is used, confirm it's low carb or limit it.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, added sugar in tomato sauce, starchy thickeners (cornstarch, flour), some liver spreads might contain starches.
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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