Tacacos Gratinados con Queso (Estilo Keto)
Baked Tacacos with Cheese (Keto Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A traditional Costa Rican squash (tacaco), baked until tender, then covered with a generous layer of melted cheese, often served as a side dish or light meal. Naturally low in carbs, this dish focuses on the creamy texture of the tacaco complemented by rich cheese. Served without any starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Fresh tacacos, butter, heavy cream, Monterey Jack or similar melting cheese (e.g., Turrialba cheese), salt, pepper, garlic powder.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used in any cheese sauce if present. Confirm no starchy sides are served.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of flour to thicken a cheese sauce, or serve with carb-heavy sides. Confirm preparation method.
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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