Tortilla de Queso con Loroco (Estilo Keto)
Cheese Omelette with Loroco Flower (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A fluffy, savory omelette prepared with fresh eggs and a generous amount of local cheese, filled with loroco—an aromatic edible flower bud prized in Central American cuisine for its unique, slightly pungent, and herbal flavor. A delicious and naturally keto-friendly breakfast or light meal.
Key ingredients
Eggs, local cheese (e.g., Palmito, Turrialba, or a blend), loroco (fresh or pickled), butter or cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed; this dish is naturally keto-friendly when prepared with these ingredients.
Watch out for
None, as long as pure ingredients are used. Ensure no starchy fillers are added to the omelette mixture.
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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