Vacío
Flank Steak
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
Vacío, or flank steak, is a highly prized cut of beef in Uruguay, known for its robust beefy flavor and excellent texture when grilled correctly. It's usually slow-grilled to achieve a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior.
Key ingredients
Beef flank steak, salt, olive oil (for grilling surface).
Optional tweaks
None needed. Confirm no sugary marinades are used (uncommon for traditional vacío) and request no starchy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para el Vacío, ¿sin adobo dulce y sin guarniciones con almidón, por favor?
For the Vacío, please confirm no sugary marinade and no starchy sides.
Watch out for
None, if prepared traditionally with just salt and grilled. The primary risk would be hidden sugars in a non-traditional marinade or an unwitting high-carb side dish.
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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