Medallones de Res con Salsa de Chipotle y Crema (Keto)
Beef Medallions with Chipotle Cream Sauce (Keto, without Rice or Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the chipotle cream sauce is made without sugar or starch-based thickeners. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Tender beef medallions (such as tenderloin) seared to your liking, served with a rich and spicy cream sauce infused with chipotle peppers. The sauce is made with heavy cream and no added sugars or thickeners, making it a luxurious keto option.
Key ingredients
Beef tenderloin medallions, heavy cream, chipotle peppers in adobo, onion, garlic, butter, cooking oil, beef broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm the chipotle cream sauce is made without sugar or starch-based thickeners. Request that the chipotle peppers themselves are sugar-free (check canned ingredients if possible). Omit rice, potatoes, or other starchy sides.
Watch out for
Chipotle peppers in adobo can sometimes contain added sugar. Sauces can be thickened with flour or cornstarch; confirm cream-based only. High in fat, so consider portion size.
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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