Keto Bolivian Cheese and Aji Stew (Queso Humacha Keto-Modified)
Keto Bolivian Cheese and Aji Stew with Zucchini
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, corn (choclo), or peas. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and creamy stew featuring Bolivian queso fresco melted into a savory sauce made with aji amarillo (yellow chili pepper), onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Modified for keto by substituting traditional potatoes and corn with zucchini or cauliflower florets to maintain texture and volume without the carbs.
Key ingredients
Queso fresco, heavy cream, butter, aji amarillo paste, onion, garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, chicken or vegetable broth, cilantro, salt, pepper. (Optionally, add a poached egg for extra protein).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, corn (choclo), or peas. Ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour. Ask for zucchini or cauliflower as the primary vegetable.
Watch out for
Traditional versions always include potatoes, corn, and peas. Aji paste might contain trace sugars. Cream or milk can have latent carbs. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener.
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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