Keto Guineitos Guisados (Base de Chayote)
Keto 'Stewed Green Bananas' (Chayote-Based)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure chayote is used instead of green bananas. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-friendly interpretation of the traditional 'Guineitos Guisados' (stewed green bananas), substituting green chayote for the high-carb bananas. Chayote is slow-cooked in a savory sauce with bell peppers, onions, and garlic until tender.
Key ingredients
Green chayote, bell peppers (red, green), onions, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste (low-carb), vegetable broth, cilantro, oregano, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure chayote is used instead of green bananas. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce. Request extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Use of actual green bananas, hidden sugars in tomato paste or broth, starchy thickeners.
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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