Keto Sopa de Cola (Sin Tubérculos ni Maíz)
Keto Oxtail Soup (No Tubers or Corn)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb tubers (yuca, potato) or corn are added. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A hearty and rich traditional Nicaraguan oxtail soup, made keto-friendly by omitting starchy vegetables like yuca, potato, or corn. It features tender, slow-cooked oxtail in a savory broth with keto-approved vegetables like cabbage, chayote, green beans, and a small amount of bell pepper and onion.
Key ingredients
Oxtail, beef broth, cabbage, chayote, green beans, onion, bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil or lard).
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb tubers (yuca, potato) or corn are added. Request a clear broth base without thickeners. Confirm no added sugars in the broth or seasoning.
Watch out for
Restaurants might add small amounts of potato or corn for flavor/texture, or use broth with hidden sugars.
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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