Salteado de Güisquil y Ejotes con Carne y Queso Seco
Sautéed Chayote and Green Beans with Beef and Dry Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A flavorful stir-fry featuring tender diced chayote (güisquil) and crisp green beans (ejotes) sautéed with strips of marinated beef, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and crumbled dry, salty cheese (queso seco).
Key ingredients
Chayote, green beans, beef strips, queso seco (dry cheese), onion, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil or lard, cilantro, salt, black pepper, dash of vinegar.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots are added. Confirm no sugar is used in the seasoning or marinade. Served without rice or tortillas.
Watch out for
Overuse of onions and bell peppers can increase carb count; hidden sugar in marinades or sauces if not explicitly requested sugar-free; starchy cross-contamination.
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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