Caldo de Res
Beef Soup
Yes, with a tweak: request "sin papas, sin zanahorias, sin elote" (without potatoes, without carrots, without corn/hominy). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty and flavorful beef soup, rich with tender chunks of beef and a clear, well-seasoned broth. Typically served with various vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef shank/chuck, beef bones, onion, garlic, cilantro, bay leaf, dried chiles (optional, for flavor), salt, pepper, cooking oil. Common vegetables include zucchini, cabbage, string beans.
How to make it keto
Request "sin papas, sin zanahorias, sin elote" (without potatoes, without carrots, without corn/hominy). Focus on the broth, meat, and low-carb vegetables like cabbage or zucchini if available. Avoid any rice served on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Caldo de Res, por favor, sin papas, sin zanahorias y sin elote. Y sin arroz aparte.
My Caldo de Res, please without potatoes, carrots, or corn. And no rice on the side.
Watch out for
Commonly served with high-carb vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, corn on the cob, or chayote (which has more carbs than zucchini). Some restaurants might thicken the broth slightly or add a small amount of sugar for flavor.
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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