Birria de Res
Spiced Beef Stew
Yes, with a tweak: request "solo la carne y el caldo" (only the meat and broth), specifying no tortillas, rice, or beans. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A savory and slightly spicy beef stew, slow-cooked until incredibly tender in a rich broth made from dried chiles, spices, and garlic. Often served with fresh onion and cilantro.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck/shank, dried chiles (guajillo, ancho, arbol), garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, cloves, bay leaf, cooking oil. Rich broth.
How to make it keto
Request "solo la carne y el caldo" (only the meat and broth), specifying no tortillas, rice, or beans. Ensure no added potatoes or carrots (common in some stew preparations). Ask for fresh onion and cilantro as garnish.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Birria de Res, por favor, solo la carne y el caldo. Sin tortillas, arroz, frijoles, papas ni zanahorias. Con cebolla y cilantro frescos.
For the Birria de Res, I'd like only the meat and broth. No tortillas, rice, beans, potatoes, or carrots. Fresh onion and cilantro, please.
Watch out for
Some restaurants may thicken the broth with masa (corn flour) or cornstarch. A small amount of sugar might be added to balance the chile sauce. Watch for hidden high-carb vegetables if served as a 'caldo' version.
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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