Filete de Res a la Plancha (Estilo Apanado, Sin Harina)
Grilled Beef Steak (Peruvian 'Apanado' Style, No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breading ('sin apanado') and no flour ('sin harina'). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Peruvian dishes.
What it is
A thinly pounded beef steak, seasoned generously with Peruvian staples like garlic, cumin, and salt, then grilled or pan-fried to perfection without any breading or flour. This preparation mimics the flavor profile of a Peruvian 'apanado' (breaded steak) but in a keto-friendly way. It is typically served with a fresh side salad of mixed greens or zesty salsa criolla.
Key ingredients
Beef steak (e.g., sirloin, round steak, thinly pounded), fresh garlic, ground cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, olive oil, mixed greens, tomato, red onion, lime juice, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breading ('sin apanado') and no flour ('sin harina'). Ask for it to be grilled or pan-fried in olive oil or butter. Request only low-carb vegetables as sides, such as a large side salad or steamed broccoli, with no potatoes or rice.
Watch out for
Breading/flour used by default for 'apanado' style. Served with high-carb sides (fries, rice). Hidden sugars in pre-made seasoning blends.
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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