Estofado de Res (Keto, No Potatoes/Carrots/Peas)
Beef Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit potatoes, carrots, and peas. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting beef stew, traditionally made with chunks of beef simmered in a rich broth with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and peas. For a keto version, the high-carb vegetables must be substituted or omitted.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks, tomatoes, onion, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, green beans, beef broth, cooking oil, salt, pepper, bay leaf, traditional spices.
How to make it keto
Request to omit potatoes, carrots, and peas. Ask for keto-friendly vegetable substitutions like extra bell peppers, zucchini, or green beans. Confirm no flour or starchy thickeners in the broth and no added sugar.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, and peas are high-carb vegetables typically included and must be removed. Tomato-based sauces can contain hidden sugars. Flour or cornstarch may be used to thicken the stew.
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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