Revoltillo de Güisquil con Huevo
Scrambled Chayote with Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A traditional Guatemalan home-style dish featuring tender chayote (güisquil) sautéed with onions and bell peppers, then scrambled with eggs until light and fluffy. A simple, comforting, and naturally low-carb option.
Key ingredients
Chayote (güisquil), eggs, yellow onion, green bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cilantro (for garnish).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto. Ensure no starchy fillers or additional carbs (like potatoes or rice) are unexpectedly added. Confirm cooking oil is keto-friendly (e.g., olive oil, avocado oil, butter).
Watch out for
Unlikely, but always confirm no hidden flour or cornstarch is used for thickening if a sauce is involved (though not typical for revoltillo).
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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