Sautéed Christophine with Smoked Meat (Keto Modified)
Sautéed Chayote with Smoked Pork or Turkey
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the smoked meat used is sugar-free or very low sugar. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Bahamian dishes.
What it is
Tender slices of christophine (chayote squash) lightly sautéed with savory bits of smoked pork or turkey, onions, and bell peppers. A traditional Bahamian vegetable side dish naturally low in carbs and packed with flavor, ideal for keto.
Key ingredients
Christophine (chayote), smoked pork (e.g., ham hock meat, bacon) or smoked turkey, onions, bell peppers (various colors), minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the smoked meat used is sugar-free or very low sugar. Confirm no starchy vegetables are added. Request limited onion/bell pepper if carb counting strictly.
Watch out for
Sugary smoked meats, excessive amounts of onions or bell peppers in a large serving.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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