Pollo a la Lizano con Vegetales Salteados (Estilo Keto)
Chicken in Lizano Sauce with Sautéed Vegetables (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal Salsa Lizano due to its sugar content (though generally low per serving). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Chicken pieces (e.g., thighs, drumsticks) braised or pan-fried in a distinctive Costa Rican sauce featuring Salsa Lizano, onions, bell peppers, and spices, resulting in a savory and slightly tangy flavor. Served with sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks), Salsa Lizano, onion, bell pepper, garlic, culantro, chicken broth, cooking oil, salt, pepper, keto-friendly vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans).
How to make it keto
Request minimal Salsa Lizano due to its sugar content (though generally low per serving). Confirm no added sugar in the sauce or thickeners. Insist on low-carb sautéed vegetables as the only side, omitting rice, beans, or plantains.
Watch out for
Sugar content in Salsa Lizano (though usually moderate), flour/cornstarch thickeners in the sauce, high-carb side dishes typically served by default.
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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