Patacones de Chayote con Carne Desmenuzada
Fried Chayote with Shredded Beef (Crispy Chayote Patties topped with Savory Shredded Beef)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request chayote to be used instead of plantain. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nicaraguan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A clever keto adaptation where slices of chayote are twice-fried and flattened to create crispy, plantain-like patties (patacones/tostones), then generously topped with flavorful, slow-cooked shredded beef prepared with onions and bell peppers.
Key ingredients
Chayote, shredded beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil/lard, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request chayote to be used instead of plantain. Confirm no flour or breading on the chayote. Ensure the shredded beef has no high-carb additions like potato or yuca.
Watch out for
Using plantain instead of chayote, flour breading on chayote, sugary sauces for beef, large amounts of tomato in the beef mixture.
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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