Keto Ejotes Envueltos (Green Beans in Egg Batter without Sauce)
Green Beans Wrapped in Egg Batter (without Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request *without* the traditional tomato sauce which often contains sugar. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Fresh green beans bundled, coated in a light egg batter, and pan-fried until golden. Keto-friendly when served without the typical sugary tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Fresh green beans (ejotes), eggs, salt, cooking oil (for frying).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *without* the traditional tomato sauce which often contains sugar. Confirm that the egg batter contains no flour or other starches. Best to request them simply fried or pan-seared with olive oil.
Watch out for
The most significant carb risk is the accompanying tomato sauce, which is frequently sweetened. Potential use of flour in the egg batter.
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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