Vitel Toné
Veal in Tuna Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Uruguayan dishes.
What it is
A classic cold dish, typically served as an appetizer, featuring thin slices of slow-cooked veal covered in a creamy, savory sauce made from tuna, mayonnaise, anchovies, and capers.
Key ingredients
Veal (peceto/eye of round), tuna in oil, mayonnaise (full-fat), anchovy fillets, capers, egg yolks, olive oil, white wine or broth, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications usually needed as the dish is naturally keto. Ensure mayonnaise is sugar-free if possible, but restaurant mayo usually contains minimal sugar that won't significantly impact macros in this context.
Watch out for
Some commercial mayonnaise brands may contain hidden sugars. Very minimal carbs from capers and wine in the sauce.
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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