Estofado de Res (Keto-Style, No Starchy Vegetables)
Keto Beef Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or peas. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered in a rich broth with low-carb vegetables like bell peppers, green beans, and chayote. Modified to exclude starchy vegetables such as potatoes and carrots, and served without rice.
Key ingredients
Beef stew meat, beef broth, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, green beans, chayote (güisquil), olive oil, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or peas. Ensure no starchy thickeners (like flour or cornstarch) are used in the stew. Omit rice.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, peas, and other starchy vegetables commonly found in stews. Flour or cornstarch as thickeners.
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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