Pastel de Chayote con Carne Keto
Keto Chayote Shepherd's Pie with Meat
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or plantains are used. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A savory casserole featuring seasoned ground beef (picadillo) layered with tender, mashed or thinly sliced chayote instead of potatoes or plantains, topped with melted cheese and baked until golden brown.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, sofrito (onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro), tomato paste (unsweetened), olives, capers, chayote, butter, heavy cream, cheese (mozzarella, cheddar), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or plantains are used. Verify no sugar is added to the picadillo or chayote mash. Confirm chayote is prepared simply with butter/cream, not milk/sweeteners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in picadillo, starch fillers in meat, traditional high-carb toppings/fillers.
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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