Bife Koygua
Steak with Fried Egg and Onion
Yes, with a tweak: request no side dishes (rice, fries, mandioca). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A popular Paraguayan comfort dish featuring a pan-fried beef steak (usually a thin cut), generously topped with caramelized onions and a fried egg.
Key ingredients
Beef steak, onion, eggs, cooking oil (vegetable oil or lard), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no side dishes (rice, fries, mandioca). Ensure onions are caramelized with minimal or no added sugar, relying on their natural sweetness.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Bife Koygua, por favor: sin arroz, sin papas fritas y sin mandioca. ¿Las cebollas caramelizadas sin azúcar añadida?
For the Bife Koygua, no rice, fries, or mandioca. Please ensure onions are caramelized with no added sugar.
Watch out for
Side dishes (rice, fries), potential hidden sugar in caramelizing onions, flour dusting on steak (rare but possible).
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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