Lengua en Salsa (sin arroz ni tortillas)
Keto Beef Tongue in Rich Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no tortillas. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender slices of slow-cooked beef tongue, known for its rich flavor and succulent texture, served in a deeply savory and robust sauce, often tomato-based or mushroom-cream based. This dish is presented without traditional high-carb accompaniments like rice or tortillas.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, tomatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, cooking oil/lard. (For mushroom-cream sauce: mushrooms, heavy cream, beef broth, herbs).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no tortillas. Confirm the sauce is made without starchy thickeners (e.g., flour, cornstarch) and contains no added sugar.
Watch out for
Flour or cornstarch are common thickeners for sauces. Hidden sugars in tomato-based sauces. Dairy in cream sauces can add minimal carbs, but usually not significant for keto unless excessively sweetened.
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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