Lengua Rellena de Chorizo y Queso (en Recado Suave)
Beef Tongue Stuffed with Chorizo and Cheese (in Light Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the 'recado' sauce is prepared without any masa or flour thickeners. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Slow-cooked beef tongue, tender and succulent, carefully deboned and stuffed with a savory mixture of spicy Guatemalan chorizo and melting cheese, then simmered in a light, unthickened tomato and pepper 'recado' sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, Guatemalan chorizo, cheese (e.g., mozzarella or local queso fresco), tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, beef broth, salt, spices.
How to make it keto
Ensure the 'recado' sauce is prepared without any masa or flour thickeners. Specify no starchy sides like rice or potatoes.
Watch out for
Traditional recados often use masa or bread as thickeners. Ensure these are omitted. Watch for added sugar in tomato-based sauces.
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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