Bofe Guisado
Keto Stewed Beef Lungs (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, potatoes, yuca, or plantains. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Venezuelan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Venezuelan dish featuring tender beef lungs (bofe) stewed in a flavorful Creole sauce (sofrito) with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Served as a protein-rich main course without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Beef lungs, tomatoes, bell peppers (red, green), onion (moderate), garlic, cilantro, cumin, bay leaf, olive oil, beef broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no rice, potatoes, yuca, or plantains. Verify no sugar in the sauce and no flour/cornstarch thickeners.
Watch out for
Similar to other guisados, risks include traditional carb sides, hidden sugars in tomato products, and starch thickeners. Onions and bell peppers also contribute carbs.
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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