Venado en Adobo (Keto)
Deer in Adobo Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the adobo sauce and no starches for thickening. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Lean deer meat marinated and slow-cooked in a complex, flavorful adobo sauce made from dried chilies, vinegar, and spices. A less common but authentic game meat dish.
Key ingredients
Deer meat, ancho chilies, guajillo chilies, vinegar, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, cloves, bay leaf, cooking oil, chicken broth, salt.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the adobo sauce and no starches for thickening. Served without rice, beans, or tortillas. Excellent with a side of steamed nopales.
Watch out for
Adobo sauces can sometimes include a touch of sugar. Ensure no thickening agents like masa or flour.
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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