Keto Ginisang Sitaw at Kalabasa (Minimal Squash)
Sautéed String Beans and Squash with Pork and Shrimp (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request very minimal to no kalabasa (pumpkin/squash). About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Filipino food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A sautéed vegetable dish featuring green beans (sitaw) and a very small amount of pumpkin/squash (kalabasa), with ground pork and shrimp, seasoned with garlic, onions, and fish sauce. Modified to minimize the higher carb squash while retaining flavor.
Key ingredients
String beans (sitaw), pumpkin/squash (kalabasa), ground pork, shrimp, garlic, onion, fish sauce (patis), cooking oil, water or broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request very minimal to no kalabasa (pumpkin/squash). Emphasize more sitaw (string beans), pork, and shrimp. Ensure no sugar is added to the dish. Confirm no cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Kalabasa (pumpkin/squash) is a higher-carb vegetable; even small amounts contribute. Sitaw (string beans) also have moderate carbs. Hidden sugars in seasoning. Onions and garlic add trace carbs.
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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