Ejotes con Loroco Salteados
Sautéed Green Beans with Loroco Flower
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Fresh green beans sautéed to a tender-crisp texture with the distinct, aromatic loroco flower buds, garlic, and sometimes a touch of onion. A simple, flavorful, and naturally low-carb vegetable side dish.
Key ingredients
Green beans (ejotes), loroco flowers (fresh or frozen), minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper. Optional: thinly sliced onion.
Optional tweaks
No modifications are typically needed for this dish, but always confirm no sugar is added during preparation.
Watch out for
Uncommon, but some establishments might add a pinch of sugar for flavor balance.
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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