Churrasco
Grilled Skirt/Flank Steak
Yes, with a tweak: request no gallo pinto, no plantains, and no tortillas. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A popular cut of grilled beef (typically skirt or flank steak), often served with chimichurri sauce. Known for its tenderness and flavor.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (skirt or flank), garlic, salt, pepper, bitter orange or lime juice, oil for grilling. Chimichurri (parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar).
How to make it keto
Request no gallo pinto, no plantains, and no tortillas. Ask for a side salad with oil and vinegar only, or extra grilled vegetables (bell peppers, onions) if available. Ensure the chimichurri is traditional (oil, herbs, garlic, vinegar) without added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Churrasco, sin gallo pinto, plátanos ni tortillas. ¿Puede ser con ensalada simple (aceite y vinagre) o verduras a la plancha? ¿El chimichurri es sin azúcar?
For the Churrasco, no gallo pinto, plantains, or tortillas. Can I have a side salad with oil and vinegar, or extra grilled vegetables? Is the chimichurri without sugar?
Watch out for
Marinades (sugar, beer), high-carb side dishes, sugary salad dressings, potential hidden sugar in chimichurri.
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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