Stracotto di Manzo con Verdure a Basso Contenuto di Carboidrati
Braised Beef with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour for thickening the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Italian slow-cooked beef stew, typically made with a tougher cut of beef braised for hours in wine, broth, and aromatic vegetables until incredibly tender. Modified to ensure only keto-friendly vegetables are included as sides or in the braising liquid.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck/brisket, red wine, beef broth, olive oil, onion (minimal), garlic, celery (minimal), bay leaf, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper. Served with side of steamed spinach or broccoli.
How to make it keto
Request no flour for thickening the sauce. Ensure braising vegetables are low-carb (e.g., celery, small amount of onion, no potatoes, no large amounts of carrots). Request keto-friendly side vegetables instead of traditional polenta or pasta.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Senza farina nella salsa, per favore. Le verdure devono essere a basso contenuto di carboidrati, senza patate o molte carote. Servitelo con verdure chetogeniche, non polenta o pasta.
No flour in the sauce, please. Ensure braising vegetables are low-carb, no potatoes or large carrots. Serve with keto-friendly vegetables, not polenta or pasta.
Watch out for
Often served with polenta, pasta, or mashed potatoes. Braising liquid might be thickened with flour. Traditional recipes include higher amounts of carrots and onions.
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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