Costa Rican keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Keto adaptation requires strict avoidance of staple side dishes and deliberate ordering.
Top ingredients
Grilled meats (chicken, beef, fish), fried pork belly (chicharrón), avocado, and hearts of palm are the best traditional keto ingredients.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are ubiquitous rice, beans, plantains, and starchy root vegetables, often served as default sides or thickeners in stews.
Best for
This cuisine is best for experienced keto dieters who are assertive in ordering modifications and comfortable with simple protein and non-starchy vegetable combinations.
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Orejitas de Cerdo Fritas
Fried Pig Ears
Crispy fried pig ears, a popular snack or appetizer. The ears are usually boiled until tender, then sliced and…
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Langosta a la Mantequilla
Lobster in Butter Sauce
Whole lobster, typically grilled or baked, then generously basted with a rich butter sauce, sometimes with gar…
3 net3 total0 fibre55 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Chicharrón de Cuero Crujiente
Crispy Pork Rinds (Keto)
Crispy, deep-fried pork skin, a popular snack in Costa Rica. This version is simply seasoned and served plain,…
1 net1 total0 fibre55 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Sardinas Frescas a la Plancha con Limón
Grilled Fresh Sardines with Lemon
Whole fresh sardines, simply grilled until slightly charred and tender, seasoned with salt, and served with ge…
1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
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Sesos con Mantequilla y Perejil
Sautéed Brains with Butter and Parsley
Delicately prepared beef or pork brains, gently sautéed in rich butter with fresh parsley and garlic. A tradit…
1 net2 total1 fibre25 protein55 fat600 kcal
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Chicharrón de Chivo
Goat Chicharrón (Crispy Fried Goat Meat)
Crispy fried pieces of goat meat, slow-cooked until tender and then fried to achieve a golden, crunchy exterio…
2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
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Chicharrones de Papada con Limón
Fried Pork Jowl with Lemon
Crispy fried pork jowl, a succulent and fatty cut of pork, seasoned simply with salt and served with fresh lim…
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein78 fat950 kcal
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Consomé de Médula
Keto-Friendly Bone Marrow Broth
A rich, savory broth made from beef bones with bone marrow. Traditionally served as a restorative soup, this k…
2 net4 total2 fibre18 protein30 fat350 kcal
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Higadillas de Pollo Fritas
Fried Chicken Livers (Keto)
Crispy, deep-fried chicken livers seasoned simply with salt and pepper. A popular and flavorful 'boca' (appeti…
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Huevos Fritos con Tocino
Fried Eggs with Bacon (Keto)
A classic Costa Rican breakfast or light meal consisting of perfectly fried eggs (huevo frito, typically with …
2 net2 total0 fibre25 protein42 fat500 kcal
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Boca de Pezuña
Pork Hocks in Vinaigrette (Appetizer)
Tender pork hocks (feet) slow-cooked until soft, then marinated and served cold in a tangy vinaigrette with th…
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Camarones al Pil Pil
Garlic Chili Shrimp (Keto Pil Pil Style)
Succulent shrimp sizzling in a generous amount of olive oil infused with thinly sliced garlic and a touch of d…
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Chicharrones de Pollo (Estilo Keto)
Crispy Fried Chicken Chunks (Keto Style)
Crispy, succulent pieces of chicken, deep-fried until golden brown, typically seasoned with garlic, lime, and …
3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
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Huevos al Plato con Tocino y Queso (Estilo Keto)
Sunny-Side Up Eggs with Bacon and Cheese (Keto Style)
Classic sunny-side up eggs, pan-fried to your liking, served with crispy bacon slices and melted cheese. A pop…
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein54 fat620 kcal
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Huevos Estrellados con Chorizo y Aguacate (Estilo Keto)
Fried Eggs with Chorizo and Avocado (Keto Style)
A hearty and satisfying keto breakfast or meal, featuring two or three perfectly fried eggs (huevos estrellado…
3 net7 total4 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
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Huevos Rellenos con Atún
Deviled Eggs with Tuna Filling
Hard-boiled eggs cut in half, with the yolks removed and mixed with canned tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, and seas…
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Mollejas de Cerdo al Ajillo con Espárragos Asados
Pork Sweetbreads with Garlic and Roasted Asparagus
Tender pork sweetbreads sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, served alongside lightly roasted asparagus spears…
3 net6 total3 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Patitas de Cerdo a la Vinagreta (Estilo Keto)
Keto Pork Feet Vinaigrette
Tender, gelatinous pork feet, boiled until very soft, then cut into pieces and marinated in a tangy vinaigrett…
3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Pernil de Cerdo Asado con Piel Crujiente
Slow-Roasted Pork Leg with Crispy Skin
A generous portion of succulent slow-roasted pork leg, known for its tender meat and famously crispy crackling…
3 net3 total0 fibre70 protein68 fat900 kcal
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Sardinas Frescas al Mojo de Ajo (Estilo Keto)
Fresh Sardines in Garlic Mojo (Keto)
Fresh, whole sardines (often caught locally in coastal areas) grilled or pan-fried until tender, then generous…
3 net3 total0 fibre40 protein55 fat650 kcal
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Tortilla de Queso con Loroco (Estilo Keto)
Cheese Omelette with Loroco Flower (Keto)
A fluffy, savory omelette prepared with fresh eggs and a generous amount of local cheese, filled with loroco—a…
3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal