Caldo de Guasquero (Sopa de Res Keto con Chayote)
Cowboy's Beef Soup (Keto Beef Soup with Chayote)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, yuca, or green plantain. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty traditional Ecuadorian beef soup, deeply flavored with a rich broth and tender chunks of beef. For a keto version, the traditional starchy vegetables like potatoes and plantains are replaced with chayote, green beans, or cabbage, ensuring a low-carb and satisfying meal. Served hot, often garnished with fresh cilantro.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck or stewing cut, beef broth, onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, chayote, green beans, cabbage, cilantro, cumin, annatto (achiote), olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, yuca, or green plantain. Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the broth. Ensure extra non-starchy vegetables are added.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made broths or sofritos; inclusion of traditional high-carb vegetables if not specified to omit.
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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