Lengua Asada con Nopales y Guacamole (Keto)
Grilled Beef Tongue with Grilled Cactus and Guacamole
Yes, with a tweak: request the beef tongue to be grilled (asada) and not stewed or sauced. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef tongue, simply seasoned and grilled until slightly charred, served with perfectly grilled nopal paddles and a generous portion of fresh guacamole. This preparation highlights the rich flavor and texture of beef tongue without heavy sauces or starches.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, nopal cactus, guacamole
How to make it keto
Request the beef tongue to be grilled (asada) and not stewed or sauced. Ensure any marinade is sugar-free. Serve with grilled nopales and guacamole, explicitly omitting all rice, beans, and tortillas. Confirm guacamole is fresh and without added sugar.
Watch out for
Marinades for the tongue can contain sugar. Guacamole might be served with tortilla chips (request omission).
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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