Ejotes con Huevo en Salsa Roja (Keto)
Green Beans with Egg in Red Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the red sauce is not thickened with flour or masa and has no added sugar. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A comforting home-style dish featuring tender green beans and scrambled eggs, simmered in a savory red tomato-chile sauce. This version is prepared without any starchy thickeners or added sugars.
Key ingredients
Green beans (ejotes), eggs, tomatoes, onion, garlic, serrano peppers (or jalapeños), olive oil, cilantro, chicken broth, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the red sauce is not thickened with flour or masa and has no added sugar. Request no rice or tortillas on the side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars or flour in the red sauce, served with rice or tortillas.
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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