Patacones de Chayote con Guacamole (Estilo Keto)
Keto Chayote 'Patacones' with Guacamole
Yes, with a tweak: confirm chayote is used instead of plantains. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thick slices of chayote are lightly fried, then smashed and fried again until crispy, creating a keto-friendly alternative to traditional plantain patacones. Served with a generous portion of fresh guacamole.
Key ingredients
Chayote, cooking oil (for frying), salt, ripe avocado, red onion, cilantro, fresh lime juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm chayote is used instead of plantains. Ensure guacamole contains no added sugar or high-carb fillers (e.g., excessive tomato).
Watch out for
Risk of high-carb fillers if a binder is used for the chayote, or if actual plantains are served by mistake. Sugary guacamole preparations.
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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