Sopa de Quijada de Cerdo (Estilo Keto)
Pork Jaw Soup (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no starchy vegetables like potatoes, yuca, tiquisque, or green plantains, which are common in traditional Costa Rican soups. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic and hearty clear broth soup made with slow-cooked pork jaw, simmered with keto-friendly vegetables like cabbage, celery, and bell peppers for a rich, savory flavor. A traditional rural Costa Rican dish.
Key ingredients
Quijada de cerdo, agua/caldo de hueso, cebolla, ajo, pimiento, apio, repollo, culantro, sal, pimienta.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no starchy vegetables like potatoes, yuca, tiquisque, or green plantains, which are common in traditional Costa Rican soups. Confirm no flour thickeners or corn masa are used.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetables are frequently included in traditional Costa Rican soups. Ensure strict omission.
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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