Langue de Bòf an Sòs (San Legim Starchy)
Keto Stewed Beef Tongue (No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'no potato, no yam, no malanga, no corn, no carrots, no plantain.'. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef tongue stewed in a rich, savory Creole sauce with bell peppers, onions, and herbs. Modified to exclude traditional starchy root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, epis (garlic, peppers, herbs), bell peppers, onions, tomato paste (small amount), olive oil, lime, salt, black pepper, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'no potato, no yam, no malanga, no corn, no carrots, no plantain.'
Say this to the waiter (Haitian Creole)
Pou Langue de Bòf an Sòs la, pa mete pòmdetè, ignam, malanga, mayi, kawòt, ni bannann silvouplè.
For the Langue de Bòf an Sòs, please ensure no potato, yam, malanga, corn, carrots, or plantain.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetables are common in traditional stewed dishes. Tomato paste can have sugar, or excessive use can significantly increase carbs. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar.
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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