Guiso de Berenjena con Carne y Salsa Roja (Estilo Keto)
Eggplant and Meat Stew in Red Sauce (Keto Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rustic stew featuring tender eggplant and seasoned ground beef or pork simmered in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with traditional Costa Rican aromatics like onion, bell pepper, and garlic. A comforting and hearty keto meal.
Key ingredients
Eggplant, ground beef/pork, canned diced tomatoes (no sugar added), onion, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, cumin, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure tomato sauce/paste has no added sugar. Request no starchy thickeners. Can ask for extra cheese on top for added fat and flavor.
Watch out for
Sugar in canned tomato products or seasoning blends. Thickeners (flour, cornstarch) sometimes used in stews. Carrots often added to guisos, increasing carb count.
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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