Lengua de Res en Salsa Roja con Aceitunas (Keto Modificada)
Beef Tongue in Red Sauce with Olives (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or masa be used as a thickener in the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Fork-tender beef tongue slowly simmered in a robust, savory red tomato-based sauce, enriched with green olives and local spices. Served without traditional high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, ripe tomatoes, white onion, garlic, green bell pepper, green olives, beef broth, olive oil, bay leaf, thyme, cumin, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no flour or masa be used as a thickener in the sauce. Ensure no rice, beans, or tortillas are served on the side. Ask for a side of steamed low-carb vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in some pre-made tomato sauces, flour/masa as a thickener in the sauce, and traditionally served with rice/tortillas.
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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