Queso Asado con Plátano Maduro de Chayote (Keto) y Hogao
Grilled Cheese with Keto Chayote 'Sweet Plantain' and Hogao (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: crucially ensure no actual plantain is used for the 'maduro'. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Colombian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Slices of firm Colombian cheese (e.g., Queso Costeño or similar) grilled until lightly browned and slightly softened, served with a keto-friendly imitation of sweet plantain ('plátano maduro') made from pan-fried chayote slices caramelized with a keto sweetener. Accompanied by a generous dollop of fresh hogao (Colombian creole sauce made from sautéed tomatoes and onions).
Key ingredients
Firm white cheese, chayote, keto-friendly sweetener (erythritol/stevia), butter or coconut oil, tomatoes, onions, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially ensure no actual plantain is used for the 'maduro'. Confirm the hogao is made without sugar. Portion control on chayote due to its natural carbohydrate content.
Watch out for
Chayote contains some carbohydrates, so quantities should be monitored. Risk of sugar in hogao or sweetening agents if not explicitly specified as keto-friendly.
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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