Asado de Tira
Grilled Short Ribs
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
A quintessential cut of beef in Uruguay, cross-cut short ribs are grilled over hot coals until tender, juicy, and intensely flavorful. Seasoned simply with salt, it's a staple of any traditional Uruguayan barbecue (asado).
Key ingredients
Beef short ribs, salt, olive oil (for grilling surface).
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no sugary marinades are used, which is typically not the case for traditional asado.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para el Asado de Tira, ¿me confirma que no usan marinados con azúcar?
For the Asado de Tira, please confirm no sugary marinades are used.
Watch out for
None. Traditionally, this dish is pure meat and salt. Ensure no carby side dishes are served inadvertently.
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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