Carne en Vara (Keto)
Open-Fire Grilled Beef Skewers with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no marinades with sugar. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
What it is
Large, succulent cuts of beef, traditionally slow-roasted on skewers over an open wood fire, seasoned simply with salt. Served with a side of fresh mixed greens or grilled keto vegetables.
Key ingredients
Beef (various cuts like punta trasera, lomito), salt. Keto sides: Mixed greens, avocado slices, grilled bell peppers, grilled onions.
How to make it keto
Request no marinades with sugar. Omit traditional high-carb sides such as yuca, arepas, or large portions of guasacaca (if it contains carb fillers).
Watch out for
Sweet marinades (though not traditional for authentic Carne en Vara, always worth confirming), high-carb 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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