Chayote Rellenos de Queso y Loroco (Sin Rebozado)
Chayote Stuffed with Cheese and Loroco (Unbattered)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or egg batter is used. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender chayote halves (güisquil) filled with a savory mixture of melted cheese and aromatic loroco flowers, then baked or pan-seared without any starchy breading. A delightful vegetarian option or side dish.
Key ingredients
Chayote (güisquil), mozzarella or similar melting cheese, loroco flowers, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, optionally a light tomato sauce (no sugar).
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no flour or egg batter is used. Confirm the filling is low-carb (no breadcrumbs, rice). Ask for a light, sugar-free tomato sauce if served with one.
Watch out for
Flour/egg batter, starchy fillers in the cheese mixture, sugary tomato sauce.
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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