Estofado de Res (Keto sin Vegetales de Raíz)
Guatemalan Beef Stew (Keto, no root vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, no carrots, and no peas. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef cooked in a rich, flavorful broth with various non-starchy vegetables and aromatic spices. Modified for keto by omitting high-carb root vegetables like potatoes and carrots, focusing on bell peppers, onions, and zucchini.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat, beef broth, tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers (red, green), zucchini, celery, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no potatoes, no carrots, and no peas. Ensure the stew is not thickened with flour or cornstarch. Request extra low-carb vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and celery. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or tomato paste.
Watch out for
Flour or cornstarch as a thickener in the stew. Inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or peas. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or broth. Traditional high-carb sides if not explicitly omitted.
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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