Mondongo (Keto Modificado)
Tripe Stew (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no potatoes, no corn, no beans, and no rice or pasta. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Paraguayan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful and robust stew made with beef tripe, slow-cooked in a rich broth with aromatic vegetables. For a keto version, starchy additions like potatoes, corn, and beans are completely removed, allowing the tripe and non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes to shine in a savory, well-seasoned sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef tripe, beef broth, onion, garlic, bell peppers (red, green), diced tomatoes (canned or fresh), bay leaf, cumin, oregano, paprika, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no potatoes, no corn, no beans, and no rice or pasta. Ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the sauce. Confirm no added sugars in the tomato base.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Mi Mondongo, por favor, sin papas, maíz, frijoles, arroz ni pasta. Que la salsa no lleve harina o almidón para espesar, y sin azúcar añadida en la base de tomate.
For the Mondongo, please, no potatoes, corn, beans, rice, or pasta. Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken, and no added sugars in the tomato base.
Watch out for
Potatoes, corn, chickpeas, or beans are very common additions. Flour or cornstarch used to thicken the stew. Hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce.
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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