Sinigang na Baka (Keto Modified)
Beef in Sour Tamarind Broth (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: omit taro (gabi), potatoes, and excessive tomatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting and tangy Filipino beef soup, traditionally soured with tamarind. This keto version focuses on tender beef cuts and low-carb vegetables, omitting starchy additions.
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs or chuck, keto-friendly tamarind flavoring (e.g., concentrated tamarind paste used sparingly, or a sugar-free substitute), water, fish sauce, onions, green beans, radish, bok choy, okra, eggplant, salt, black pepper, green chili.
How to make it keto
Omit taro (gabi), potatoes, and excessive tomatoes. Request extra leafy greens and low-carb vegetables instead. Confirm no sugar is added to the tamarind base or broth.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in commercial tamarind mixes, taro (gabi), potatoes, excessive use of tomatoes or other high-carb vegetables if not specified. Restaurant broth bases may contain sugar.
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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