Picadillo de Flor de Itabo con Carne (Estilo Keto)
Itabo Flower Hash with Ground Beef (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, yuca, carrots, or other starchy vegetables commonly found in picadillos. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A unique Costa Rican hash featuring flor de itabo (the edible flower of the yuca tree), sautéed with seasoned ground beef, onions, and bell peppers. Modified to remove typical starchy additions.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, flor de itabo, onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato (small amount), cilantro, olive oil, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, yuca, carrots, or other starchy vegetables commonly found in picadillos. Minimize the use of tomato, and ensure no added sugar.
Watch out for
Addition of potatoes or other high-carb vegetables, excessive use of tomato sauce/paste, hidden sugars.
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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