Puchero Uruguayo (Keto Modificado)
Uruguayan Meat & Bone Broth Stew with Low-Carb Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request omission of potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, chickpeas, pumpkin, and carrots. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Uruguayan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional, hearty Uruguayan stew, heavily modified for keto. It features various cuts of beef (e.g., osso buco, short ribs), chicken, and sometimes pork, slow-cooked to create a rich, flavorful broth. High-carb vegetables like potatoes, corn, and squash are replaced with keto-friendly options such as cabbage, celery, green beans, and bell peppers, keeping the essence of a comforting stew.
Key ingredients
Beef (osso buco, short ribs), chicken, beef bones, water, cabbage, celery, green beans, bell peppers, onion, garlic, bay leaf, salt, pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request omission of potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, chickpeas, pumpkin, and carrots. Ask for extra portions of low-carb vegetables like cabbage, celery, and green beans. Confirm no flour or sugar is used in the broth's preparation.
Watch out for
High-carb vegetables if not carefully omitted (e.g., peas, carrots), hidden sugar in broth, flour thickeners.
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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