Hilachas (Shredded Beef Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Traditional Guatemalan Shredded Beef Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit potatoes and carrots from the stew. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Shredded beef (usually flank steak) stewed in a vibrant and savory tomato and tomatillo-based sauce with various chiles and spices. Traditionally, it includes potatoes and carrots, and is served with rice and tortillas.
Key ingredients
Shredded beef, tomatoes, tomatillos, bell peppers, onion, garlic, dried chiles, beef broth, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request to omit potatoes and carrots from the stew. Ensure no masa or other carb-based thickeners are used. Explicitly ask to omit rice and tortillas. Focus on the shredded beef and the rich sauce.
Watch out for
Potatoes and carrots are core traditional ingredients. Served with rice/tortillas. Sugar in tomato/tomatillo sauce, potential 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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