Picadillo de Chayote Tierno con Huevo y Natilla (Estilo Keto)
Keto Young Chayote Hash with Egg and Sour Cream
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 comforting Costa Rican hash made from tender young chayote, finely diced and sautéed with onion, garlic, scrambled egg, and finished with a generous dollop of rich Costa Rican natilla (sour cream). A perfect vegetarian keto option that's truly authentic.
Key ingredients
Young chayote (tayota), eggs, natilla (sour cream), onion, garlic, bell pepper, cilantro, olive oil or butter, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables are added (like potato or carrot, common in other picadillos); confirm no flour thickeners in the hash.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetable fillers (potato, carrot); hidden sugar in natilla (unlikely but possible); inappropriate cooking oils.
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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