Rabo de Cerdo en Salsa Roja con Chayote Guisado (Estilo Keto)
Pork Tail in Red Sauce with Stewed Chayote (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, yuca, green plantains, or other starchy vegetables are used in the stew. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent pork tail braised slowly in a rich, flavorful red sauce (made from fresh tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers) and served with tender stewed chayote. A hearty and traditional Costa Rican stew, adapted for keto.
Key ingredients
Rabo de cerdo, tomates frescos, cebolla, pimientos rojos/verdes, ajo, achiote (para color), comino, orégano, culantro, chayote, caldo de res o pollo, aceite vegetal (o manteca de cerdo).
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, yuca, green plantains, or other starchy vegetables are used in the stew. Request no rice or tortillas as sides. Ensure sauce has no added sugar.
Watch out for
Tomato sauce may contain added sugar. Traditional recipes often include starchy vegetables. Ensure these are explicitly omitted.
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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