Pastelón de Chayote y Carne (Estilo Yaroa Keto)
Chayote and Ground Beef Casserole (Keto Yaroa Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the chayote mash contains no starchy binders or fillers. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Dominican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A creative keto rendition of a traditional 'pastelón' or 'yaroa', this casserole features a rich base of mashed chayote (squash) as a low-carb alternative. It's layered with savory, seasoned ground beef (picadillo) and topped with a generous amount of melted cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden brown. A hearty and comforting keto meal.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, chayote, olive oil, onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), eggs (for chayote mash binder), cream cheese or butter (for mash), cheese (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella), salt, black pepper, dried oregano, beef broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure the chayote mash contains no starchy binders or fillers. Confirm no sugar is added to the ground beef seasoning. Specify no starchy sauces.
Watch out for
Ground beef seasoning or tomato paste in the picadillo can have hidden sugars. Some restaurants might use starchy fillers in the chayote mash or as 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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