Hilachas (Estofado de Res Desmenuzado con Vegetales Keto)
Shredded Beef Stew with Keto Vegetables (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit rice, tortillas, and potatoes. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender shredded beef simmered in a savory tomato and tomatillo sauce, flavored with spices like guajillo and pasilla chiles. Traditionally, this dish includes potatoes and is served with rice and tortillas. The keto version specifically omits all starchy components, focusing on the rich beef and flavorful sauce, potentially with extra non-starchy vegetables if available.
Key ingredients
Beef (flank/skirt steak, shredded), tomatoes, tomatillos, guajillo chiles, pasilla chiles, garlic, onion, beef broth, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly omit rice, tortillas, and potatoes. Confirm no corn masa is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes (a traditional component that must be explicitly removed), corn masa thickeners, hidden sugars in tomato sauce, cross-contamination from starchy sides.
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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