Tortilla de Huevo con Loroco
Loroco Flower Omelet (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A hearty omelet or frittata made with whisked eggs and generously folded with fresh loroco flowers, a unique and aromatic edible flower native to Central America. Often includes sautéed onion or bell pepper for added flavor.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fresh loroco flowers, yellow onion, bell pepper, olive oil or butter, salt, black pepper. Optional: a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco.
Optional tweaks
None typically required, as this dish is inherently keto. Ensure no flour or breadcrumbs are used as binders (unlikely for an authentic omelet but good to confirm in a restaurant setting).
Watch out for
None significant, as the dish is naturally low in carbohydrates.
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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