Chorreadas de Chayote con Queso y Crema Agria (Estilo Keto)
Savory Chayote Fritters with Cheese and Sour Cream (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm minimal use of almond/coconut flour for binding, or ask for egg-only binding. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory fritters made from grated chayote, eggs, and cheese, pan-fried until golden. These keto-friendly 'chorreadas' are served hot with a dollop of full-fat sour cream or 'natilla' (Costa Rican heavy cream).
Key ingredients
Grated chayote, eggs, mozzarella/cuajada cheese, minimal almond flour (for binding), olive oil/butter for frying, full-fat sour cream or natilla, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm minimal use of almond/coconut flour for binding, or ask for egg-only binding. Ensure full-fat sour cream/natilla is used without added sweeteners. No sugary toppings or sweet corn variations.
Watch out for
Too much flour used as a binder. Sweeteners in sour cream/natilla. Any added corn or starchy fillers often found in traditional chorreadas.
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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