Bistec a la Plancha (Estilo Milanesa sin Empanar)
Grilled Steak (Milanesa Style, Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'sin empanar' (without breading). About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
A thin cut of beef (like nalga or bola de lomo), traditionally used for Milanesa, but grilled plain without any breading. This allows enjoying the traditional seasoning and cut while omitting the carbs.
Key ingredients
Thin beef steak (e.g., top round, eye of round), olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried parsley.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'sin empanar' (without breading). Request plain grilled with minimal oil, and ensure no high-carb sauces or sides are included.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Mi Bistec a la Plancha, por favor, sin empanar, a la plancha con poco aceite. Y sin salsas ni guarniciones con carbohidratos.
My Bistec a la Plancha, please make it 'sin empanar', plain grilled with minimal oil. No high-carb sauces or sides.
Watch out for
Breading (if not explicitly stated to omit), sugary marinades or sauces, high-carb traditional side dishes.
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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