Carne Asada (Keto Style)
Grilled Steak with Avocado and Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: omit rice, black beans, and tortillas entirely. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Marinated and grilled steak, typically thin-cut beef, served with fresh avocado slices and a side of traditional chirmol (a fresh tomato salsa, ensure no sugar) and possibly grilled onions or bell peppers.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (skirt, flank, or sirloin), avocado, olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, garlic, chirmol (tomatoes, onion, cilantro, mint, lime, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Omit rice, black beans, and tortillas entirely. Ensure steak marinade does not contain sugar (ask for plain grilled if in doubt). Ask for chirmol without added sugar.
Watch out for
Marinades often contain sugar. Rice, beans, and tortillas are standard sides. Some chirmol recipes might add a pinch of 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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