Lengua en Salsa
Tongue in Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or plantains. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef tongue slow-cooked in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce, often with bell peppers and onions.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, beef broth, oil, salt, pepper, herbs (e.g., bay leaf, thyme). (Sauce may contain flour or sugar).
How to make it keto
Request no rice or plantains. Inquire if the sauce contains flour thickeners or added sugar; ask for it to be omitted or served with less sauce if necessary. Beef tongue is naturally very fatty and keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Lengua en Salsa, sin arroz ni plátanos. ¿La salsa lleva harina o azúcar? Si sí, ¿podría ser con menos salsa o sin salsa?
Lengua en Salsa, please no rice or plantains. Does the sauce have flour or added sugar? If so, can I have less sauce or no sauce?
Watch out for
Flour thickeners in the sauce, added sugar in tomato-based sauce, 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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