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Capybara Stew with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the stew. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional stew from the Venezuelan plains featuring slow-cooked capybara meat. The meat is tender and savory, prepared in a rich sauce with peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs. Usually served with rice or yuca, but for keto, it's served with a side of steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables like broccoli or green beans, omitting all starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Capybara meat, bell peppers, onions, garlic, tomatoes (small amount), cilantro, cumin, annatto oil, salt, pepper, olive oil. Served with a side of broccoli or green beans.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the stew. Omit rice, yuca, or any other starchy sides. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the stew sauce, use of root vegetables like potato or yuca as thickeners (confirm omission).
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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