Chivo Estofado con Berenjena y Chayote (Keto)
Goat Stew with Eggplant and Chayote (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for no starchy vegetables such as potatoes, yuca, plantains, carrots, or auyama (squash). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful and hearty goat stew, slow-cooked until tender. This keto-friendly version focuses on non-starchy vegetables like eggplant and chayote, absorbing the rich flavors of the criolla sauce. Traditional versions often include high-carb root vegetables, so modifications are essential.
Key ingredients
Goat meat (shoulder or leg), olive oil, sofrito (onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro), tomato paste (sugar-free), eggplant, chayote, chicken or beef broth, olives, capers, fresh oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for no starchy vegetables such as potatoes, yuca, plantains, carrots, or auyama (squash). Ensure tomato paste is sugar-free. Request extra portions of eggplant and chayote.
Watch out for
High-carb root vegetables (yuca, potato, plantain, auyama) are standard in traditional stew. Tomato paste can contain added sugar.
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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