Gallo de Chorizo Criollo con Chayote Asado y Queso Fundido (Sin Tortilla)
Criollo Sausage Gallo with Roasted Chayote and Melted Cheese (No Tortilla)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no tortilla. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A deconstructed 'gallo' (small open-faced sandwich) featuring grilled Costa Rican criollo sausage, served atop tender roasted chayote slices and topped with melted white cheese. Served without a tortilla.
Key ingredients
Chorizo criollo, chayote, queso blanco (e.g., Turrialba), aceite de oliva, sal, pimienta.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no tortilla. Confirm no sweet marinades or hidden sugars on the sausage. Request chayote to be prepared simply (roasted or grilled) without added carbs.
Watch out for
Some commercial chorizos can contain fillers or sugar. Ensure no sweet sauces or marinades are used.
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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