Iguana Guisada
Iguana Stew (with Keto Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request no starchy thickeners in the stew. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional dish featuring iguana meat (garrobo) slow-simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and local herbs. Typically served with rice or boiled tubers.
Key ingredients
Iguana meat, tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, herbs
How to make it keto
Request no starchy thickeners in the stew. Ensure it's served with a side of steamed non-starchy vegetables (e.g., green beans, broccoli, chayote) or a simple salad instead of rice, tortillas, or tubers.
Watch out for
Potential use of cornstarch/flour as thickeners in the stew; hidden sugars in tomato sauce; high-carb side dishes.
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 ›
