Guiso de Quelites con Queso y Crema (Keto)
Stewed Greens with Cheese and Cream (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no corn masa or starchy thickeners are added. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nicaraguan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple, rustic, and vegetarian Nicaraguan dish featuring a variety of local edible greens (quelites) gently stewed with garlic and onions. The dish is then richly enhanced with local firm cheese and a dollop of fresh cream, creating a hearty and satisfying keto option.
Key ingredients
Quelites (e.g., chaya, amaranth greens), firm local cheese (e.g., cuajada, queso seco), heavy cream, onions, garlic, cooking oil/lard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no corn masa or starchy thickeners are added. Confirm no hidden sugars in the cream or cooking process.
Watch out for
Hidden starch as thickener, sugar in cream if sweetened, use of high-carb greens.
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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