Guiso de Chicasquil con Huevo y Natilla (Estilo Keto)
Chicasquil Stew with Egg and Sour Cream (Keto Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory Costa Rican stew featuring the nutritious chicasquil leaves (Malanga leaf), simmered with scrambled eggs, onions, garlic, and finished with a dollop of rich natilla (Costa Rican style sour cream).
Key ingredients
Chicasquil leaves, eggs, natilla (or heavy cream/sour cream), onion, garlic, bell pepper, chicken broth, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables are included. Natilla should be unsweetened.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes, yuca); hidden sugars in natilla or broth; flour as a thickener.
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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