Ají de Queso (Keto Dip con Chicharrones)
Spicy Cheese Dip (Keto with Pork Rinds)
Yes, with a tweak: request this dish be served without potatoes, corn, or any other starchy sides. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A creamy, spicy dip made from melted fresh cheese (queso fresco), milk (or heavy cream for a richer keto version), and Ecuadorian ají peppers, seasoned with cilantro. Traditionally served with potatoes, this keto version is explicitly served with crispy pork rinds (chicharrones) for dipping, or with raw keto vegetables.
Key ingredients
Queso fresco
How to make it keto
Crucially, request this dish be served without potatoes, corn, or any other starchy sides. Confirm heavy cream can be used instead of milk for lower carb count.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with boiled potatoes or corn. Some dairy products might have minor lactose. Hidden sugars in pre-made ají sauces (unlikely for traditional Ecuadorian aji).
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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