Costa Rican keto guide
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Paté de Hígado de Pollo (Keto)
Chicken Liver Pâté (Keto)
A rich and creamy chicken liver pâté, seasoned with traditional Costa Rican herbs and spices, typically served…
4 net5 total1 fibre25 protein50 fat580 kcal
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Plato de Fiambres con Queso y Aguacate
Cold Cut Platter with Cheese and Avocado
A selection of local cured meats (such as ham, salami, or turkey breast), assorted cheeses (like queso fresco,…
4 net8 total4 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
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Queso Palmito a la Plancha
Grilled Heart of Palm with Cheese
Tender slices of heart of palm, lightly seasoned and grilled, then topped with generous amounts of melted whit…
4 net8 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
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Rellenos de Chicharrón y Queso (Estilo Keto)
Crispy Pork Rind and Cheese Patties (Keto Style)
Savory patties made from finely crushed crispy pork rinds (chicharrones) mixed with local white cheese, a hint…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Sesos Revueltos con Huevos y Vegetales (Estilo Keto)
Scrambled Beef Brains with Eggs and Vegetables (Keto Style)
A traditional, hearty Costa Rican dish featuring tender beef brains scrambled with eggs, finely diced bell pep…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein58 fat680 kcal
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Sopa de Garrobo
Iguana Soup (Keto Friendly)
A traditional and unique Costa Rican clear broth soup, especially popular in Guanacaste. It features tender pi…
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein25 fat450 kcal
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Sopa de Huevo (Estilo Keto)
Egg Drop Soup (Keto Style)
A light and comforting clear soup, where beaten eggs are slowly streamed into a simmering savory broth, creati…
4 net5 total1 fibre20 protein20 fat300 kcal
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Omelette de Jamón y Queso
Ham and Cheese Omelette
A classic omelette filled with diced ham and a generous portion of local white cheese (or other suitable chees…
4.5 net5 total0.5 fibre38 protein42 fat550 kcal
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Almejas al Ajillo
Clams in Garlic Sauce
Fresh clams cooked in a succulent sauce made with abundant garlic, olive oil, white wine (or broth), and fresh…
5 net6 total1 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Bistec de Res a la Plancha con Pico de Gallo y Aguacate (Estilo Keto)
Grilled Beef Steak with Pico de Gallo and Avocado (Keto Style)
A tender grilled beef steak, typically a sirloin or chuck cut (bistec de res a la plancha), seasoned simply wi…
5 net10 total5 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Caldo de Pescado con Huevo (Estilo Keto)
Fish Broth with Egg (Keto Style)
A comforting and light fish broth, traditionally simple, enhanced with pieces of white fish and a poached or b…
5 net6 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
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Carne de Res Adobada
Marinated Beef (Keto Style)
Tender cuts of beef, typically sirloin or skirt steak, marinated in a vibrant blend of vinegar, garlic, spices…
5 net6 total1 fibre52 protein40 fat580 kcal
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Chorizo Criollo a la Plancha con Chayote Salteado
Grilled Criollo Sausage with Sautéed Chayote
Authentic Costa Rican pork chorizo criollo, grilled or pan-fried to a flavorful crisp, served alongside tender…
5 net8 total3 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
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Churrasco a la Parrilla con Ensalada Fresca
Grilled Skirt Steak with Fresh Salad
A tender and flavorful skirt steak (churrasco) expertly grilled, served with a large, crisp green salad featur…
5 net9 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat690 kcal
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Corazón de Res al Ajillo
Beef Heart in Garlic Sauce
Succulent slices of beef heart sautéed in a rich garlic sauce with olive oil, usually accompanied by some bell…
5 net7 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat720 kcal
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Cuajada Fresca con Natilla
Fresh Farmer's Cheese with Sour Cream (Keto)
A traditional Costa Rican snack or light meal featuring fresh, unaged farmer's cheese (cuajada) served with a …
5 net5 total0 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
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Cuajada Frita con Natilla
Fried Curd Cheese with Sour Cream
Fresh curd cheese (cuajada) is sliced and pan-fried until golden and slightly crispy, served hot with a dollop…
5 net5 total0 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Ensalada de Atún Fresco Sellado con Aguacate y Palmito (Estilo Keto)
Seared Fresh Tuna Salad with Avocado and Palm Heart (Keto Style)
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring perfectly seared fresh tuna steak, sliced and served over a bed of mi…
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein28 fat450 kcal
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Ensalada de Pescado con Aguacate y Palmito (Estilo Keto)
Keto Fish Salad with Avocado and Heart of Palm
A light and refreshing salad featuring flaked white fish (e.g., cod, mahi-mahi) combined with creamy avocado, …
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Ensalada de Pollo Desmenuzada con Aguacate y Pimientos (Estilo Keto)
Shredded Chicken Salad with Avocado and Bell Peppers (Keto Style)
A refreshing and satisfying Costa Rican-inspired salad featuring tender, cooked chicken breast, shredded and m…
5 net12 total7 fibre40 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Ensalada Fresca de Pepino y Aguacate
Fresh Cucumber and Avocado Salad
A common and refreshing side salad in Costa Rica, featuring thinly sliced cucumbers and ripe avocado chunks, t…
5 net12 total7 fibre4 protein28 fat300 kcal
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Guiso de Espárragos con Tocino
Asparagus and Bacon Sauté
Fresh asparagus sautéed with crispy bacon, garlic, and a touch of onion. This simple yet flavorful dish is a p…
5 net9 total4 fibre22 protein40 fat450 kcal
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Guiso de Flor de Calabaza con Tocino (Estilo Keto)
Squash Blossom and Bacon Stew (Keto Style)
A hearty stew made with tender squash blossoms, savory bacon, sautéed onions, garlic, and bell peppers, simmer…
5 net8 total3 fibre28 protein35 fat480 kcal
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Huevos con Natilla y Chile Panameño (Estilo Keto)
Eggs with Sour Cream and Panamanian Chili (Keto Style)
A very common and simple Costa Rican breakfast or light meal, featuring eggs (usually scrambled or fried) serv…
5 net6 total1 fibre20 protein48 fat550 kcal
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Huevos Pericos con Chorizo y Aguacate (Estilo Keto)
Keto Scrambled Eggs with Chorizo, Sofrito, and Avocado
Fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with a vibrant 'sofrito' of finely diced bell peppers, onions, and a touch of toma…
5 net10 total5 fibre35 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Lomo de Cerdo Asado con Mojo de Ajo y Naranja Agria
Roast Pork Loin with Sour Orange Garlic Mojo
Tender pork loin slow-roasted or pan-seared, infused with a traditional Costa Rican 'mojo' made from garlic, s…
5 net7 total2 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Lomo de Res a la Parrilla con Ensalada Verde y Aguacate
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Green Salad and Avocado
A succulent beef tenderloin, grilled to your preferred doneness, served with a simple green salad (lettuce, cu…
5 net10 total5 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
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Panceta Ahumada a la Plancha con Vegetales Salteados
Grilled Smoked Pork Belly with Sautéed Vegetables
Thick-cut, smoked pork belly grilled to perfection, yielding a crispy exterior and wonderfully tender, fatty i…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein80 fat950 kcal
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Pescado al Horno con Palmito y Mantequilla
Baked Fish with Heart of Palm and Butter
A tender fillet of white fish, baked to perfection, generously topped with sautéed heart of palm and rich melt…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Picadillo de Res (Estilo Keto)
Ground Beef Picadillo (Keto Style)
A classic Costa Rican ground beef hash, cooked with finely diced onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes, seasoned …
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Plato de Queso Palmito con Aguacate y Tomate
Palmito Cheese Plate with Avocado and Tomato
A simple, refreshing, and naturally keto appetizer or light meal. Features slices of fresh, mild Palmito chees…
5 net10 total5 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Sopa de Flor de Itabo con Huevos Batidos (Estilo Keto)
Itabo Flower Egg Drop Soup (Keto Style)
A light and flavorful broth-based soup featuring the slightly bitter and unique 'flor de itabo' (yucca flower)…
5 net7 total2 fibre25 protein22 fat320 kcal
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Tacacos Gratinados con Queso (Estilo Keto)
Baked Tacacos with Cheese (Keto Style)
A traditional Costa Rican squash (tacaco), baked until tender, then covered with a generous layer of melted ch…
5 net8 total3 fibre20 protein38 fat450 kcal