Chanfainita de Bofe (Keto Modificado)
Beef Lung Stew (Keto, no rice/potato)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no potatoes. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Peruvian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty stew made from finely diced beef lung, slow-cooked with a flavorful sauce based on onions, garlic, aji panca, and herbs. Traditionally served with rice and potatoes, this keto version focuses solely on the rich organ meat stew.
Key ingredients
Beef lung, red onion, garlic, aji panca, aji amarillo, cilantro, spearmint (hierbabuena), vegetable oil, beef broth, peas, carrots (optional, usually present in restaurants), cumin, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no potatoes. Explicitly ask for no peas or carrots if possible, or minimal amount. Confirm no flour thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Peas and carrots (often included), onions, potential for flour thickeners in the sauce, hidden sugars.
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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