Costa Rican keto guide
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475 dishes164 keto as served113 with a photo
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.
4 matching dishes
Fritada de Cerdo (Estilo Keto)
Fried Pork Bits (Keto Style)
Crispy, savory pieces of pork (often from shoulder or loin), fried until golden and tender, typically seasoned…
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Gallo de Costilla de Cerdo Desmenuzada (Sin Tortilla)
Shredded Pork Rib Meat "Gallo" (No Tortilla - Keto Style)
A flavorful 'gallo' (small portion often served in a tortilla) featuring tender, slow-cooked or roasted pork r…
3 net4 total1 fibre30 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Muslos de Pollo Asados con Piel Crujiente (Estilo Keto)
Roasted Chicken Thighs with Crispy Skin (Keto Style)
Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, seasoned simply and roasted to perfection, resulting in tender meat and…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Pescado Frito con Salsa Tártara (Estilo Keto)
Fried Fish with Tartar Sauce (Keto Style)
A crispy, pan-fried or deep-fried fish fillet, prepared without traditional breading, served with a creamy and…
3 net4 total1 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal