Flor de Itabo Guisada con Queso y Crema
Yucca Flower Stew with Cheese and Cream (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener, and no sugar is added to the sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A creamy and savory stew featuring Flor de Itabo (yucca flower) simmered with sautéed onions and garlic, enriched with fresh local cheese (cuajada) and a generous amount of crema (sour cream).
Key ingredients
Flor de Itabo (yucca flower), onion, garlic, olive oil or lard, local fresh cheese (cuajada), crema (sour cream), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickener, and no sugar is added to the sauce. Request no high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners, sugary cream or sauce, served with high-carb sides.
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.
More on the Nicaraguan menuAll 256 Nicaraguan dishes ›
