Nicaraguan keto guide
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Lengua en Salsa
Tongue in Sauce
Tender beef tongue slow-cooked in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce, often with bell peppers and onions.…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein100 fat1150 kcal
Pollo en Salsa Roja con Queso y Crema (Estilo Chilaquiles Keto)
Keto Deconstructed Chilaquiles (Chicken in Red Sauce with Cheese and Cream)
Shredded chicken simmered in a rich, savory red tomato-based sauce (without corn tortillas), topped generously…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein58 fat780 kcal
Pollo Guisado con Chayote
Chicken Stew with Chayote
A comforting Nicaraguan-style chicken stew featuring tender chicken pieces (usually thighs or legs) simmered i…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein48 fat680 kcal
Sopa de Res (Sin Tubérculos ni Maíz)
Beef and Vegetable Soup (No Root Vegetables or Corn)
A hearty Nicaraguan beef soup, typically loaded with root vegetables. This keto version focuses on the rich be…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein35 fat650 kcal
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Chorizo Artesanal con Encurtido de Cebolla y Jalapeño (Keto)
Artisan Nicaraguan Sausage with Pickled Onion and Jalapeño (Keto)
Hearty, locally made artisanal chorizo sausage, grilled or pan-fried, offering a rich, spiced flavor. Served a…
5 net8 total3 fibre45 protein58 fat700 kcal
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Criadillas Fritas con Ensalada Fresca
Fried Beef Testicles with Fresh Cabbage Salad
Delicately fried beef testicles, prepared crispy on the outside and tender within. Served simply with a refres…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Pechuga de Pollo con Loroco y Crema (Keto)
Chicken Breast with Loroco and Cream Sauce (Keto)
Grilled chicken breast topped with a rich, creamy sauce infused with the distinct, aromatic flavor of loroco f…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Quelites Revueltos con Huevos
Scrambled Wild Greens and Eggs with Keto Sides
A traditional Nicaraguan breakfast or light meal featuring fresh wild greens (quelites) sautéed with onions, t…
5 net9 total4 fibre30 protein50 fat620 kcal
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Filete de Res a la Pimienta (Keto)
Beef Fillet with Peppercorn Sauce (Keto)
A thick cut of beef fillet, perfectly seared or grilled, and generously coated in a classic creamy peppercorn …
6 net7 total1 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Guapote en Salsa de Hierbas Finas con Vegetales al Vapor (Keto)
Guapote Fish in Fine Herb Sauce with Steamed Vegetables (Keto)
A whole or filleted Guapote fish (a freshwater cichlid) prepared in a delicate sauce made with butter, white w…
6 net9 total3 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
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Guapote Frito con Ensalada Verde
Fried Guapote Fish with Green Salad (Keto)
A whole fried Guapote, a prized lake fish, typically seasoned simply with garlic, salt, and lime. Served with …
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
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Higados de Pollo a la Crema con Espárragos
Chicken Livers in Cream Sauce with Asparagus
Rich and tender chicken livers sautéed to perfection and then enveloped in a luscious, savory, and dairy-rich …
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein65 fat780 kcal
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Pechuga de Pollo Rellena de Loroco y Queso (Keto)
Chicken Breast Stuffed with Loroco and Cheese (Keto)
A tender chicken breast butterflied and stuffed with a fragrant mixture of loroco flower and melty cheese, oft…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
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Sopa de Flor de Itabo (Keto, sin Tubérculos)
Itabo Flower Soup (Keto, without Tubers)
A delicate and unique traditional soup featuring the edible flowers of the Itabo plant, cooked in a light, sav…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein28 fat480 kcal
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Sopa de Gallina (Keto, Sin Arroz ni Tubérculos)
Chicken Soup (Keto, No Rice or Tubers)
A clear and flavorful chicken broth, featuring tender pieces of chicken, simmered with low-carb vegetables lik…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein20 fat420 kcal
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Sopa de Quelites con Huevo
Keto Wild Greens Soup with Egg (without Tubers or Masa)
A comforting soup made with various local wild edible greens (quelites), often enriched with eggs, onions, and…
6 net10 total4 fibre20 protein45 fat550 kcal
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Buche de Pescado en Salsa de Tomate y Pimentón (Keto)
Keto Fish Maw in Tomato and Bell Pepper Sauce
A unique Nicaraguan dish featuring fish maw (swim bladder) cooked in a vibrant, savory sauce made from fresh t…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal
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Cabrito Asado
Grilled Goat with Keto Sides
Marinated goat meat, slowly grilled until tender and flavorful. This keto version is served simply with a fres…
7 net10 total3 fibre75 protein60 fat850 kcal
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Carne en Caldillo
Beef in Light Broth with Keto Vegetables
Tender pieces of beef simmered in a light, flavorful tomato-based broth with fresh herbs, onions, and bell pep…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat720 kcal
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Cerdo Desmenuzado con Repollo y Tomate
Shredded Pork with Cabbage and Tomato Salad (Keto)
Succulent shredded pork, slow-cooked until tender and pan-fried to crisp the edges, seasoned with traditional …
7 net12 total5 fibre70 protein65 fat820 kcal
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Flor de Itabo Guisada con Queso y Crema
Yucca Flower Stew with Cheese and Cream (Keto)
A creamy and savory stew featuring Flor de Itabo (yucca flower) simmered with sautéed onions and garlic, enric…
7 net12 total5 fibre18 protein50 fat550 kcal
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Guiso de Cueritos (Estofado de Piel de Cerdo Keto)
Keto Braised Pork Skin Stew with Keto Vegetables
Tender braised pork skins (cueritos) slowly cooked in a flavorful, savory sauce typically made with fresh toma…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Hígado a la Diabla
Spicy Liver in Tomato Sauce with Keto Vegetables
Beef liver cooked in a fiery, rich tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and plenty of chili. Modified…
7 net11 total4 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
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Mano de Piedra (Estofado de Nudillo de Res Keto)
Keto Beef Knuckle Stew with Vegetables
A traditional rich and tender slow-cooked beef knuckle stew, prepared with a savory broth, fresh tomatoes, oni…
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
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Mollejas de Pollo en Salsa Verde (Keto, Sin Arroz)
Chicken Gizzards in Green Sauce (Keto, No Rice)
Tender chicken gizzards slow-cooked or simmered in a vibrant, tangy green sauce made from tomatillos, cilantro…
7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein40 fat580 kcal
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Pargo Entero Relleno de Vegetales
Whole Snapper Stuffed with Keto Vegetables
A whole red snapper, often baked or grilled, traditionally stuffed with a savory mixture. For keto, it's prepa…
7 net12 total5 fibre75 protein61 fat940 kcal
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Pargo Rojo a la Plancha con Chayote Salteado
Grilled Red Snapper with Sautéed Chayote (Keto)
A generous fillet or whole Red Snapper, grilled to perfection, seasoned with garlic, salt, and lime. Accompani…
7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Pavo en Caldillo (Keto, Sin Arroz ni Tubérculos)
Turkey in Light Broth (Keto, No Rice or Tubers)
Tender pieces of turkey (often dark meat) simmered in a delicate, savory broth or 'caldillo' with mild seasoni…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein28 fat500 kcal
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Pescado Empapelado con Vegetales
Fish Cooked in Parchment Paper with Vegetables (Keto)
A fresh fish fillet (such as snapper or corvina) expertly sealed in parchment paper with butter, lime slices, …
7 net12 total5 fibre55 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Pollo en Crema
Chicken in Cream Sauce with Keto Vegetables
Tender chicken pieces (often breast or thighs) bathed in a luscious, creamy white sauce, typically flavored wi…
7 net9 total2 fibre55 protein60 fat750 kcal
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Berenjena Rellena de Carne
Stuffed Eggplant with Ground Beef (Keto)
Large eggplant halves scooped out and filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, onions, bell peppe…
8 net15 total7 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Castañas de Res al Ajillo con Vegetales Salteados
Beef Testicles in Garlic Sauce with Sautéed Vegetables
Beef testicles pan-fried and then simmered in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce, creating a tender and flavor…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
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Cerdo al Mojo con Vegetales Asados
Pork in Garlic-Citrus Sauce with Roasted Vegetables (Keto)
Tender pork cuts marinated and slow-cooked or pan-seared in a flavorful 'mojo' sauce made with garlic, sour or…
8 net13 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat720 kcal
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Chayote Relleno de Pollo
Stuffed Chayote with Chicken (Keto)
Steamed chayote halves (squash) filled with a rich mixture of shredded chicken, sautéed onions, garlic, bell p…
8 net13 total5 fibre40 protein40 fat580 kcal
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Chicharrón en Salsa Roja
Pork Rinds in Red Sauce (Keto)
Crispy fried pork rinds (chicharrón) simmered until tender in a robust, tangy red sauce made from tomatoes, on…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
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Chorizo Salteado con Chayote y Cebolla
Sautéed Chorizo with Chayote and Onion (Keto)
Slices of robust Nicaraguan chorizo (pork sausage) sautéed with chayote squash and onions until tender and fla…
8 net12 total4 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
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Estofado de Cabrito
Goat Stew with Keto Vegetables
A rich and savory goat stew, slow-cooked until tender in a flavorful broth with bell peppers, onions, and toma…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat780 kcal
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Frituras de Queso Tipo Buñuelo (Sin Harina de Trigo)
Cheese Fritters (Buñuelo Style, No Wheat Flour)
Savory deep-fried cheese fritters, a keto adaptation of the traditional Nicaraguan buñuelos. These maintain th…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein120 fat1350 kcal
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Huevos Ahogados en Salsa Roja con Queso Fresco (Keto)
Eggs Poached in Red Tomato Sauce with Fresh Cheese (Keto)
Farm-fresh eggs gently poached in a simmering, savory red tomato sauce, rich with garlic, onions, and bell pep…
8 net12 total4 fibre35 protein45 fat580 kcal
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Pescado en Salsa de Crema y Champiñones (Keto)
Fish Fillet in Cream and Mushroom Sauce (Keto)
A pan-seared fish fillet (typically Tilapia or Red Snapper) served in a rich, creamy sauce made with fresh mus…
8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
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Pipianes Tiernos Rellenos de Queso (Keto)
Cheese-Stuffed Tender Squash (Pipianes) with Keto Sauce
Tender pipian squash (a type of summer squash) halves, cored and generously stuffed with a savory mixture of f…
8 net13 total5 fibre35 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Plato de Quesillo Desestructurado (Sin Tortilla)
Deconstructed Quesillo Platter (Keto, No Tortilla)
A deconstructed version of the popular Nicaraguan quesillo, featuring fresh cuajada (soft cheese), a generous …
8 net9 total1 fibre30 protein38 fat480 kcal
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Pollo al Ajillo con Vegetales Salteados
Garlic Chicken with Sautéed Vegetables (Keto)
Tender chicken pieces (breast or thigh) pan-seared and coated in a rich garlic sauce with olive oil or butter.…
8 net13 total5 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Posta de Res en Salsa Roja (Keto, Sin Arroz ni Frijoles)
Beef Steak in Red Sauce (Keto, No Rice or Beans)
A flavorful cut of beef (posta de res, meaning a slice or steak) cooked until tender and served in a rich, tra…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
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Queso Asado con Guacamol y Jalapeños
Grilled Cheese with Guacamole and Jalapeños (Keto)
Thick slices of firm, salty Nicaraguan cheese (similar to halloumi or queso fresco) grilled until golden and s…
8 net15 total7 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Rabo Encendido (Estofado de Rabo de Res Picante Keto)
Keto Spicy Oxtail Stew with Keto Vegetables
Tender oxtail slow-cooked in a rich, savory, and subtly spicy tomato-based sauce, infused with onions, bell pe…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Sopa de Huevo con Vegetales (Sin Masa ni Tubérculos)
Nicaraguan Egg Soup with Vegetables (No Corn Masa or Starches)
A comforting Nicaraguan egg soup, featuring whisked eggs cooked directly into a clear, savory chicken or veget…
8 net12 total4 fibre18 protein35 fat420 kcal
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Sopa de Lagarto (Keto, sin Tubérculos ni Maíz)
Alligator Soup (Keto, without Tubers or Corn)
A traditional Nicaraguan soup made with tender alligator meat, slow-cooked in a savory broth with non-starchy …
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein30 fat550 kcal
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Asado de Aguja de Res con Salsa Criolla y Vegetales al Vapor (Keto)
Beef Chuck Roast with Creole Sauce and Steamed Vegetables (Keto)
Tender, slow-roasted beef chuck (aguja) seasoned and cooked until incredibly succulent. Served with a vibrant …
9 net15 total6 fibre65 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Carne Adobada Asada
Grilled Marinated Beef with Keto Sides
Tender cuts of beef (like sirloin or ribeye) marinated in a robust mixture of sour orange, garlic, achiote, an…
9 net17 total8 fibre80 protein91 fat1340 kcal
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Ensalada de Gallina (Keto, Sin Papa)
Shredded Chicken Salad (Keto, No Potato)
A classic Nicaraguan chicken salad, traditionally made with shredded chicken, mayonnaise, and vegetables, but …
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Guiso de Pescado Seco con Vegetales Verdes
Dried Fish and Green Vegetable Stew (Keto)
A rustic and flavorful stew featuring rehydrated dried fish (similar to bacalao), slow-cooked with a medley of…
9 net14 total5 fibre45 protein25 fat480 kcal
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Guiso de Pescuezo de Pavo con Chayote y Repollo
Turkey Neck Stew with Chayote and Cabbage (Keto)
A hearty and flavorful stew made with tender turkey necks, slow-cooked with chayote (güisquil), cabbage, and a…
9 net15 total6 fibre50 protein35 fat580 kcal
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Guiso de Quelites con Cerdo
Pork and Edible Greens Stew (Keto)
A hearty stew featuring tender pork pieces simmered with quelites (local edible greens, often amaranth or simi…
9 net15 total6 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
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Hígado a la Ranchera (Keto, Sin Arroz ni Frijoles)
Ranch-Style Liver (Keto, No Rice or Beans)
Beef liver cooked in a rustic, savory tomato-based 'ranchera' sauce with bell peppers, onions, and often a hin…
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Mollejas de Cerdo Guisadas con Vegetales
Pork Sweetbreads Stew with Vegetables (Keto)
Pork sweetbreads (thymus gland) slow-simmered in a savory stew with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and a sele…
9 net14 total5 fibre40 protein65 fat780 kcal
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Mondongo Seco
Stewed Tripe with Keto Vegetables
A hearty, rich stew of slow-cooked beef tripe, simmered with traditional Nicaraguan spices, tomatoes, onions, …
9 net15 total6 fibre50 protein75 fat910 kcal
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Pescuezo de Res Guisado
Beef Neck Stew with Keto Vegetables
A hearty and robust stew made with beef neck, slow-cooked to yield incredibly tender meat in a rich, savory br…
9 net14 total5 fibre68 protein58 fat800 kcal
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Rabo de Res Guisado con Chayote y Tomate
Oxtail Stew with Chayote and Tomato
Slow-braised oxtail stewed until incredibly tender in a rich sauce of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, …
9 net15 total6 fibre75 protein96 fat1260 kcal
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Armadillo en Salsa Roja
Armadillo in Red Sauce (with Keto Sides)
A unique and traditional dish from certain regions, featuring armadillo meat slow-cooked in a savory red tomat…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein60 fat850 kcal