Trinidadian Steamed Green Vegetables (Keto Style)
Steamed Assorted Green Vegetables with Trinidadian Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A healthful and flavorful medley of fresh green vegetables such as cabbage, christophine (cho-cho), and okra, lightly steamed and delicately seasoned. Finished with a generous knob of butter and fresh Trinidadian herbs like chive, thyme, pimento peppers, and garlic.
Key ingredients
Cabbage, christophine (cho-cho), okra, butter, chive, thyme, pimento peppers, garlic, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables (e.g., carrots, corn, potatoes) are included in the mix. Request extra butter or olive oil for increased fat content.
Watch out for
Large portions of okra can add up in carbs. Overly generous use of onions and garlic. Higher-carb vegetables sometimes included in 'mixed greens' without explicit mention.
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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