Costillas Asadas
Grilled Ribs
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugary BBQ sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
Marinated pork or beef ribs, grilled until tender and flavorful, often served with a savory seasoning.
Key ingredients
Pork or beef ribs, garlic, salt, pepper, lime juice, oil for grilling. (Can sometimes be served with a sweet BBQ sauce).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no sugary BBQ sauce. Ask for the ribs to be seasoned only with salt, pepper, garlic, and lime/bitter orange. Request no gallo pinto, no plantains, and no tortillas. Opt for a simple side salad with oil and vinegar.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Las Costillas Asadas, sin salsa BBQ dulce. Solo sal, pimienta, ajo y limón. Sin gallo pinto, plátanos ni tortillas. Ensalada simple (aceite y vinagre).
Costillas Asadas: no sugary BBQ sauce, please. Just salt, pepper, garlic, and lime. No gallo pinto, plantains, or tortillas. Side salad with oil and vinegar.
Watch out for
Highly sugary BBQ sauces, sweet marinades, high-carb side dishes.
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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