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.
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Mollejas de Res a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Gizzards (Keto Style)
Beef gizzards, known for their unique texture, grilled to perfection and often seasoned simply with salt, pepp…
2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein28 fat500 kcal
Pavo Asado
Roast Turkey (Keto Style)
Traditional slow-roasted turkey, often prepared with herbs and spices. Request no stuffing or sugary glazes, f…
2 net2 total0 fibre70 protein28 fat550 kcal
Pescado Frito (sin acompañamientos de carbohidratos)
Fried Fish Fillet (Keto, served with no carb sides)
A fresh fish fillet, lightly seasoned and pan-fried or deep-fried until crispy and golden. The emphasis is on …
2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Lomo de Res a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Loin Steak (Keto)
A classic cut of beef loin steak, cooked simply on a hot griddle or flat-top grill ('a la plancha') to your pr…
0 net0 total0 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Pargo Entero a la Brasa con Aceite de Oliva y Hierbas
Whole Snapper Grilled over Coals with Olive Oil & Herbs
A whole red snapper, expertly grilled over an open flame (a la brasa) to achieve a smoky flavor and crispy ski…
1 net2 total1 fibre75 protein40 fat680 kcal
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Pechuga de Pollo Asada con Hierbas
Grilled Chicken Breast with Herbs (Keto)
A lean chicken breast, seasoned simply with a blend of dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary), gar…
1 net1 total0 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
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Corazón de Pollo a la Plancha
Grilled Chicken Hearts
Flavorful chicken hearts, marinated lightly and grilled to tender perfection. A popular and protein-rich 'boca…
2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Pargo Entero Horneado con Mantequilla y Hierbas
Whole Baked Snapper with Butter and Herbs
A whole fresh red snapper, generously seasoned and roasted in the oven, basted with rich butter and aromatic f…
2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Pescado Entero al Vapor con Mantequilla y Hierbas (Estilo Keto)
Steamed Whole Fish with Butter and Herbs (Keto Style)
A whole fresh fish, gently steamed to perfection, seasoned with butter, garlic, and fresh herbs, maintaining i…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein48 fat680 kcal
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Tripas a la Parrilla con Limón
Grilled Tripe with Lemon
Crispy and tender beef tripe, simply grilled or pan-seared until golden brown, served hot with fresh lemon wed…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein28 fat400 kcal
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Bistec con Huevos Revueltos y Aguacate (Keto)
Keto Steak with Scrambled Eggs and Avocado
A pan-seared or grilled beef steak (bistec) served alongside fluffy scrambled eggs and fresh sliced avocado, o…
3 net8 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat720 kcal
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Calamares Fritos (Sin Rebozado)
Fried Calamari (Unbreaded)
Fresh calamari rings and tentacles, seasoned simply and deep-fried to a golden crisp without any flour or brea…
3 net3 total0 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Consomé de Pollo con Huevo (Estilo Keto)
Keto Chicken Consommé with Egg
A light yet nourishing clear chicken broth (consommé) served warm, typically with a poached or soft-boiled egg…
3 net4 total1 fibre25 protein25 fat320 kcal
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Corazón de Res a la Parrilla
Grilled Beef Heart (Keto)
Tender and flavorful slices of beef heart, seasoned with garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper, then grilled over an…
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein25 fat400 kcal
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Gallo de Pescado Ahumado (Sin Tortilla)
Smoked Fish Bites (Lettuce Wrapped)
A small portion (gallo) of seasoned, shredded smoked fish, often mixed with a simple pico de gallo (chopped to…
3 net5 total2 fibre35 protein18 fat320 kcal
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Pescado a la Parrilla con Mantequilla y Ajo (Estilo Keto)
Keto Grilled Fish with Garlic Butter
A fresh fish fillet (such as Mahi-Mahi or Corvina), seasoned and grilled to perfection, then generously basted…
3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Pescado en Salsa de Mantequilla y Limón con Alcaparras (Estilo Keto)
Fish Fillet in Butter, Lemon & Caper Sauce (Keto Style)
A flaky fish fillet (such as tilapia or mahi-mahi) pan-seared and served with a vibrant, tangy sauce made from…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Pollo Rostizado (Keto con Vegetales)
Rotisserie Chicken with Keto Vegetables
A whole or half chicken, perfectly seasoned and slow-roasted on a rotisserie, resulting in tender, juicy meat …
3 net5 total2 fibre90 protein45 fat800 kcal