Caldo de Res (Keto Modificado, Sin Fideos ni Papa)
Peruvian Beef Broth (Keto Modified, No Noodles/Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no noodles ('fideos'), no potatoes ('papas'), no corn ('choclo'), and no yuca. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Peruvian dishes.
What it is
A deeply flavorful and nourishing Peruvian beef broth, slowly simmered with generous cuts of tender beef (e.g., short ribs, beef shank) and a selection of low-carb vegetables. Seasoned with authentic Peruvian herbs, this version explicitly omits all high-carb elements like noodles, potatoes, yuca, or corn, focusing purely on rich, savory flavor.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., short ribs, oxtail, beef shank), beef bones, water, onion, garlic, celery, cabbage, cilantro, parsley, salt, black pepper, a dash of cumin. Can include small amounts of green beans or zucchini.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no noodles ('fideos'), no potatoes ('papas'), no corn ('choclo'), and no yuca. Confirm no hidden starches or thickeners are used in the broth. Ask for additional low-carb vegetables if available.
Watch out for
Addition of potatoes, yuca, corn, or noodles by default. Potential for small amounts of carrots or peas if not specified for omission. Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to balance flavors.
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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