Guiso de Vainica y Tacaco con Carne (Estilo Keto)
Green Bean and Tacaco Stew with Meat (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes or yuca are added. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust Costa Rican-style stew featuring tender cuts of beef or pork slow-cooked with green beans (vainicas) and tacaco (a local squash-like vegetable), along with a rich base of tomatoes, onions, and peppers.
Key ingredients
Beef (e.g., chuck, sirloin) or pork, green beans (vainicas), tacaco, fresh tomato, white onion, bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, beef broth, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes or yuca are added. Confirm no sugary sauces or thickeners.
Watch out for
Accidental inclusion of high-carb root vegetables. Hidden sugars in tomato sauce or broth.
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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