Milanesa de Carne a la Plancha (Sin Panizado)
Pan-Seared Unbreaded Beef Cutlet
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no breading (sin panizado). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
A traditional milanesa is breaded and fried. This keto version features a tender beef cutlet, marinated in a simple blend of garlic, herbs, and lemon, then pan-seared or grilled to perfection without any breading. Served with a side of mixed green salad (without sugary dressing) or sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Thinly sliced beef (e.g., sirloin, round), garlic, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil/butter, salt, pepper. Served with side of sautéed spinach or green salad.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no breading (sin panizado). Request grilled or pan-seared. Ensure no flour or starch is used for dredging. Confirm no sugary marinades. Ask for keto-friendly sides like green salad with oil and vinegar, or sautéed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, spinach).
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Mi Milanesa de Carne, por favor, 'sin panizado'. Nada de harina, almidón ni adobos dulces. A la plancha. Quiero ensalada verde con aceite y vinagre, o verduras salteadas.
My Milanesa de Carne, I need it 'sin panizado'. No flour, no starch, no sugary marinades. Grilled or pan-seared. Please serve with a green salad with oil and vinegar, or sautéed vegetables.
Watch out for
Standard breading (flour/breadcrumbs), high-carb side dishes (fries, rice, mandi'o/cassava). Marinades may contain sugar.
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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