Keto Pacayas Envueltas (Sautéed Palm Flowers, No Egg Batter)
Sautéed Palm Flowers (Keto-Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'sin capeado' (without the egg batter) and ask for the pacayas to be sautéed or grilled instead. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Tender and slightly bitter palm flowers (pacayas), typically battered and fried. This keto-friendly version is sautéed or grilled with garlic and olive oil, entirely omitting the high-carb egg batter, allowing the unique flavor of the pacaya to shine.
Key ingredients
Pacayas (palm flowers), olive oil, garlic, onion, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'sin capeado' (without the egg batter) and ask for the pacayas to be sautéed or grilled instead.
Watch out for
The traditional preparation involves dipping the pacayas in a significant amount of egg batter (often containing flour) before frying.
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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