Carne en Salsa (Beef Stew in Tomato-Onion Sauce with Keto Sides)
Beef Stew in Tomato-Onion Sauce with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, beans, or plantains. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chunks of tender beef slow-cooked in a rustic, flavorful sauce based on tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. This hearty stew is a staple, typically served with high-carb sides. For a keto meal, it's served with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables instead.
Key ingredients
Beef chunks (e.g., stew meat), tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, achiote, cumin, beef broth, olive oil, cilantro. Served with a side of garden salad (lettuce, cucumber, radish) or steamed chayote.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, beans, or plantains. Confirm no flour or cornstarch used as a thickener in the sauce. Ask for a side of steamed non-starchy vegetables or a simple oil-and-vinegar dressed green salad.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Carne en Salsa: sin arroz, frijoles ni plátanos. Salsa sin harina ni maicena. ¿Puede ser con verduras al vapor o ensalada verde (aceite y vinagre)?
Carne en Salsa: No rice, beans, plantains. Sauce without flour/cornstarch. Side: steamed non-starchy veggies or green salad with oil/vinegar.
Watch out for
Sauce thickened with flour or cornstarch. Added sugar in the tomato sauce. Default high-carb sides (rice, beans, plantains).
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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