Gallo de Jamón y Queso (sin tortilla)
Ham and Cheese Bites (No Tortilla)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'sin tortilla'. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A classic Costa Rican 'boca' or snack, traditionally served on a corn tortilla. For keto, it consists of slices of deli ham and white cheese, often lightly warmed or pressed, served without the tortilla.
Key ingredients
Deli ham, white cheese
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'sin tortilla'. Ensure ham is not honey-glazed or sugary. Ask for it simply prepared, ideally just warmed.
Watch out for
Honey-glazed or processed hams can contain sugar. Restaurants might use vegetable oils high in omega-6s if warmed.
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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