Discada (Mixto de Carnes)
Mixed Meat Plow Disc Cookout (No Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no tortillas. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, rustic mixed-meat dish traditionally cooked on a large plow disc. It typically features a combination of beef, pork sausage, bacon, and sometimes ham, along with bell peppers and onions, all seasoned generously.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., sirloin, arrachera), pork sausage, bacon, ham, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cooking oil, spices (salt, pepper, cumin, paprika).
How to make it keto
Ask for no tortillas. Confirm no sugary marinades, glazes, or high-carb vegetables like potatoes are included.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Discada, por favor sin tortillas. ¿Podría confirmar que no lleva marinadas azucaradas, glaseados ni patatas?
Discada, please no tortillas. Confirm no sugary marinades, glazes, or potatoes are in the dish.
Watch out for
Tortillas are commonly served alongside. Some preparations might include high-carb vegetables like potatoes or sugary glazes/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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