Carne en Hojas de Plátano con Chayote y Tomate
Beef Slow-Cooked in Plantain Leaves with Chayote and Tomato
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no plantains (plátano verde or maduro) and no yuca. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef (typically chuck or brisket) slow-cooked inside plantain leaves with a rich blend of onions, garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, and spices, served with steamed chayote. This is a keto modification of the traditional 'Bahó' which normally includes high-carb plantains and yuca.
Key ingredients
Beef chuck/brisket, plantain leaves, onion, garlic, bell pepper, fresh tomato, cooking oil (e.g., coconut or avocado oil), cumin, achiote, salt, black pepper, side of steamed chayote squash.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no plantains (plátano verde or maduro) and no yuca. Ensure only low-carb vegetables like chayote, green beans, or broccoli are served as a side. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce.
Watch out for
Traditional 'Bahó' includes high-carb tubers. Some restaurants might use tomato paste with added sugar or a pinch of sugar in the sauce. Ensure no high-carb side dishes are served.
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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