Chuletillas de Cerdo en Salsa de Guayaba (Estilo Keto)
Pork Chops in Keto Guava Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request the guava sauce is made with a sugar substitute and without any starchy thickeners. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent pork chops simmered in a rich, tangy, and subtly sweet Costa Rican guava-based sauce. Modified by using sugar substitutes to make the traditional fruity sauce keto-friendly, served without high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Pork chops, fresh guava (or sugar-free guava paste), onions, garlic, sweet peppers, cilantro, chicken broth, olive oil, erythritol/stevia, salt, black pepper, cumin.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the guava sauce is made with a sugar substitute and without any starchy thickeners. Ask for no rice, beans, or plantains, instead opting for a side of green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Guava itself contains natural sugars; restaurant chefs might use sugary guava paste or add sugar. Starchy thickeners (e.g., cornstarch, flour) are a risk in sauces.
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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