Ecuadorian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting Ecuadorian cuisine to keto is highly challenging due to the pervasive role of high-carb starches and grains in most traditional dishes.
Top ingredients
Excellent traditional keto ingredients include various quality meats (pork, beef, chicken), fresh seafood, eggs, cheese, and avocado.
Danger zones
The biggest carb traps are ubiquitous potatoes, plantains (maduro, verde), rice, yuca, mote (hominy), corn, and most soups that are typically starch-thickened.
Best for
This cuisine is best for keto dieters who are extremely disciplined, comfortable requesting significant modifications or deconstructing meals, and willing to forgo many traditional accompaniments.
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Tripa Mishqui
Grilled Tripe
A popular street food or appetizer featuring skewers or pieces of grilled beef tripe, seasoned and cooked unti…
2 net3 total1 fibre65 protein40 fat650 kcal
Aguacate Relleno de Atún (Keto)
Stuffed Avocado with Tuna Salad (Keto)
Ripe avocado halves generously filled with a creamy, savory tuna salad made with mayonnaise, finely chopped re…
4 net10 total6 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Camarones al Ajillo (Keto)
Garlic Shrimp (Keto Style)
Succulent shrimp sautéed quickly in a rich sauce of olive oil, generous amounts of garlic, and butter, often f…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
Ensalada de Champiñones y Aguacate (Keto)
Mushroom and Avocado Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and satisfying salad combining earthy sautéed mushrooms, creamy fresh avocado slices, and mixed g…
5 net12 total7 fibre8 protein25 fat300 kcal
Erizo Fresco
Fresh Sea Urchin (Raw)
A simple yet exquisite delicacy, fresh raw sea urchin roe (often served in its shell) offers a unique briny fl…
5 net5 total0 fibre15 protein10 fat150 kcal
Huevos Revueltos con Chorizo y Aguacate
Scrambled Eggs with Sausage and Avocado
A hearty Ecuadorian breakfast or light meal featuring classic scrambled eggs cooked with savory, fatty Ecuador…
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein65 fat800 kcal
Queso Fresco a la Plancha con Aguacate y Pico de Gallo Keto
Grilled Fresh Cheese with Avocado and Keto Pico de Gallo
Slices of authentic Ecuadorian fresh cheese ('Queso Fresco'), lightly grilled or pan-seared until warm and sli…
5 net8 total3 fibre20 protein35 fat450 kcal
Tilapia al Ajillo con Aguacate
Garlic Tilapia with Avocado
A fresh tilapia fillet pan-fried or sautéed in generous amounts of garlic-infused olive oil, resulting in a te…
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
Bandeja de Mariscos a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Seafood Platter (Keto)
A lavish platter showcasing a variety of grilled seafood, such as white fish fillets, large shrimp, calamari, …
6 net10 total4 fibre68 protein52 fat800 kcal
Champiñones Salteados al Ajillo (Keto)
Keto Garlic Sautéed Mushrooms
A simple yet flavorful side dish of fresh mushrooms sautéed in generous amounts of garlic and olive oil or but…
6 net8 total2 fibre5 protein32 fat350 kcal
Corazón de Res a la Parrilla con Aguacate y Ensalada
Grilled Beef Heart with Avocado and Salad
Tender beef heart, marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, cumin, and other traditional spices, grilled to p…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Picadillo de Carne con Huevo Frito y Aguacate
Minced Beef with Fried Egg and Avocado
A hearty dish featuring seasoned minced beef (ground beef) sautéed with onions, bell peppers, garlic, and trad…
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Tortilla de Huevo con Queso Fresco y Cebolla
Egg Omelette with Farmer's Cheese and Onions (Keto)
A simple yet satisfying and naturally keto-friendly dish featuring a light and fluffy omelette generously fill…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein38 fat450 kcal
Ensalada de Camarones con Aguacate
Shrimp and Avocado Salad (Keto Friendly)
A vibrant and fresh salad featuring succulent cooked shrimp, creamy avocado, crisp greens, and a tangy lime dr…
7 net14 total7 fibre38 protein45 fat580 kcal
Revuelto de Champiñones (Keto)
Keto Mushroom Scramble with Eggs
A simple and satisfying breakfast or light meal featuring sautéed mushrooms scrambled with eggs, often seasone…
7 net10 total3 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
Salpicón de Mariscos (Keto)
Keto Mixed Seafood Salad
A refreshing cold salad made with a medley of cooked seafood (such as shrimp, squid, octopus, and white fish) …
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Berenjena Asada con Queso y Hierbas
Grilled Eggplant with Cheese and Herbs
Tender slices of eggplant, grilled until smoky and soft, then topped with a layer of local cheese (such as que…
8 net15 total7 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
Ensalada de Col con Aguacate y Aderezo de Lima
Cabbage and Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing
A crisp and refreshing salad featuring thinly shredded white or purple cabbage, combined with creamy slices of…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Ensalada de Tomate y Cebolla (Keto)
Keto Tomato and Onion Salad
A simple and fresh side salad common in Ecuadorian cuisine, consisting of sliced ripe tomatoes and thinly slic…
8 net12 total4 fibre2 protein18 fat200 kcal
Pescado al Vapor con Vegetales
Steamed Fish with Keto Vegetables
A light and healthy preparation of a whole fish or fillet (e.g., corvina or snapper), gently steamed with herb…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal
Queso Fundido con Chorizo y Champiñones
Melted Cheese with Chorizo and Mushrooms
A bubbling skillet of melted, gooey local cheeses topped with savory crumbled Ecuadorian chorizo and sautéed m…
8 net10 total2 fibre50 protein70 fat850 kcal
Revuelto de Camarones con Huevos y Vegetales
Scrambled Eggs with Shrimp and Vegetables
A hearty and flavorful scramble of fresh shrimp and eggs, sautéed with onions, bell peppers, zucchini, and cil…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
Tortillas de Coliflor y Queso con Huevo Frito y Aguacate
Cauliflower and Cheese Patties with Fried Egg and Avocado
Pan-fried patties made from seasoned cauliflower 'mash' and local queso fresco or mozzarella, served with a pe…
8 net15 total7 fibre30 protein55 fat650 kcal
Riñones al Vino
Kidneys in Wine Sauce (Keto Friendly)
Tender beef or lamb kidneys simmered in a rich, savory red wine sauce with aromatic vegetables. A traditional …
10 net14 total4 fibre50 protein45 fat680 kcal
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Bofe Asado con Ensalada (Keto)
Grilled Beef Lungs with Salad (Keto)
Grilled beef lungs, a less common but authentic and flavorful offal dish in Ecuador, often seasoned simply and…
3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Cangrejos al Ajillo (Keto)
Garlic Crabs (Keto)
Fresh crabs cooked and tossed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, seasoned with herbs and spices. A decadent seaf…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein35 fat500 kcal
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Chicharrón de Pescado (Keto)
Crispy Fried Fish Skin (Keto)
Crispy, savory pieces of deep-fried fish skin, typically from larger white fish like Corvina or Pargo. These a…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Ensalada de Aguacate con Queso Fresco (Keto)
Avocado and Fresh Cheese Salad (Keto)
A simple, classic salad featuring generous slices of ripe avocado paired with savory, firm fresh cheese (queso…
4 net9 total5 fibre20 protein50 fat550 kcal
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Gallina al Ajillo
Chicken in Garlic Sauce
Pieces of chicken (often bone-in, skin-on for flavor) sautéed and then simmered in a rich sauce heavily infuse…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Guanta Asada con Ensalada (Keto)
Roasted Paca with Salad (Keto)
A unique Amazonian delicacy featuring tender paca meat, slow-roasted to perfection, seasoned with local herbs …
4 net8 total4 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Longaniza Asada con Ensalada y Aguacate (Keto)
Grilled Longaniza Sausage with Salad and Avocado (Keto)
Authentic Ecuadorian longaniza sausage, char-grilled to a savory crispness. This regional delicacy is made fro…
4 net8 total4 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
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Patitas de Cerdo Reventadas con Ají (Keto)
Crispy Fried Pig Trotters with Hot Sauce (Keto)
Pig trotters (pata de cerdo) slow-cooked until incredibly tender, then expertly fried until the skin becomes d…
4 net4 total0 fibre50 protein70 fat800 kcal
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Pescado Entero al Horno con Hierbas
Whole Baked Fish with Herbs
A whole fish (such as Tilapia or Corvina), baked until tender and flaky. It's typically seasoned simply with f…
4 net7 total3 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Tortilla de Huevo con Sesos
Egg Omelet with Brains
A unique and savory omelet or scramble made with fresh eggs and delicately cooked beef brains (sesos), often s…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Chicharrón de Pollo con Aguacate y Pico de Gallo (Keto)
Fried Chicken Skin with Avocado and Pico de Gallo (Keto)
Crispy fried chicken skin, rich in flavor and texture, served alongside creamy avocado slices and a fresh, tan…
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein75 fat800 kcal
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Fritada de Menudencias (Keto)
Keto Fried Mixed Offal Plate
A hearty plate featuring various fried organ meats (menudencias) such as liver, kidney, and heart, seasoned an…
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
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Pechuga Rellena de Queso y Espinaca (Keto)
Keto Stuffed Chicken Breast with Cheese and Spinach
A succulent chicken breast stuffed with a creamy mixture of cheese and spinach, often pan-fried or baked. Serv…
5 net8 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Pescado Asado en Hoja de Plátano (Keto)
Baked Fish in Banana Leaf (Keto)
Fresh fish fillet (such as snapper or corvina) meticulously marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, then wra…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein20 fat450 kcal
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Picadillo de Pescado con Huevo y Aguacate (Keto)
Fish Hash with Egg and Avocado (Keto)
A savory and satisfying 'hash' featuring flaked white fish (often left-over cooked fish), sautéed with a sofri…
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Queso de Hoja Asado con Chicharrón y Aguacate (Keto)
Grilled Leaf Cheese with Pork Cracklings and Avocado (Keto)
A traditional Ecuadorian 'Queso de Hoja', a fresh cheese often wrapped in achira leaves for flavor, grilled un…
5 net9 total4 fibre45 protein65 fat780 kcal
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Salpicón de Gallina (Keto)
Keto Shredded Chicken Salad
A refreshing salad made with shredded chicken, mixed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light, tangy dressing…
5 net9 total4 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Salpicón de Palmito y Aguacate (Keto)
Heart of Palm and Avocado Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and light salad featuring sliced hearts of palm (palmito), ripe avocado chunks, thinly sliced red…
5 net12 total7 fibre8 protein45 fat500 kcal
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Ceviche de Calamar (Keto)
Keto Squid Ceviche
A refreshing ceviche featuring tender squid marinated in fresh lime juice, combined with thinly sliced red oni…
6 net9 total3 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
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Hígado de Pollo Encebollado (Keto)
Chicken Liver with Sautéed Onions (Keto)
Pan-fried or gently stewed chicken livers, served with a generous topping of caramelized onions. A simple yet …
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Revoltillo de Vainitas con Huevo y Queso (Keto)
Green Bean Scramble with Egg and Cheese (Keto)
A simple yet delicious and nutritious scramble that is a staple in Ecuadorian home cooking. Tender green beans…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein38 fat480 kcal
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Salpicón de Atún y Vegetales Frescos (Keto)
Tuna and Fresh Vegetable Medley (Keto)
A refreshing and light salad-style dish, 'Salpicón' refers to a medley. This version features flaked canned tu…
6 net10 total4 fibre30 protein32 fat450 kcal
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Salpicón de Cerdo con Aguacate (Keto)
Shredded Pork Salad with Avocado (Keto)
A refreshing and flavorful cold salad featuring tender, shredded pork (often leftover fritada or pernil) mixed…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
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Tortilla de Queso Estilo Andino (Keto)
Andean Cheese Omelet/Pancake (Keto)
A thick, savory 'tortilla' that resembles a substantial pancake or frittata, made primarily with fresh eggs an…
6 net8 total2 fibre30 protein40 fat500 kcal
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Camarones a la Piedra con Vegetales Salteados (Keto)
Shrimp on the Stone with Sautéed Keto Vegetables
Fresh shrimp quickly cooked on a searing hot stone (or cast-iron skillet to mimic the effect), seasoned simply…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
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Ceviche de Champiñones
Mushroom Ceviche
A refreshing and tangy ceviche featuring fresh sliced mushrooms marinated in lime juice with red onion, cilant…
7 net10 total3 fibre5 protein15 fat200 kcal
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Ceviche de Palmito (Keto)
Heart of Palm Ceviche (Keto)
A refreshing and naturally keto-friendly ceviche made with tender slices of heart of palm, marinated in fresh …
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein22 fat280 kcal
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Conchas Asadas al Horno con Queso (Keto)
Baked Scallops/Clams with Cheese (Keto)
Fresh scallops or large clams, baked in their shells until tender, then topped with melted cheese (typically m…
7 net8 total1 fibre45 protein65 fat750 kcal
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Ensalada de Atún y Palmito (Keto)
Tuna and Palm Heart Salad (Keto)
A refreshing and light salad combining tender flaked tuna with slices of fresh palm heart, crisp lettuce, toma…
7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein35 fat500 kcal
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Panceta de Cerdo Asada con Ensalada de Chonta (Keto)
Roasted Pork Belly with Palm Heart Salad (Keto)
Crispy, slow-roasted pork belly, a rich and savory cut, served with a refreshing salad of chonta (palm heart),…
7 net12 total5 fibre50 protein80 fat950 kcal
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Sopa de Vainitas con Chicharrón (Keto)
Green Bean Soup with Pork Rinds (Keto)
A comforting and hearty soup featuring tender green beans (vainitas) simmered in a savory, well-seasoned broth…
7 net12 total5 fibre40 protein50 fat600 kcal
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Tortilla de Chayote con Queso y Cebolla (Keto)
Chayote Fritter with Cheese and Onion (Keto)
Savory, pan-fried fritters made from grated chayote (a low-carb squash), mixed with fresh unsalted cheese, fin…
7 net12 total5 fibre20 protein48 fat550 kcal
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Ceviche de Ostras (Keto)
Oyster Ceviche (Keto)
A refreshing and tangy ceviche featuring plump, fresh oysters marinated in a vibrant mix of freshly squeezed l…
9 net12 total3 fibre25 protein10 fat250 kcal
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Ceviche de Chocho con Chicharrón
Lupini Bean Ceviche with Pork Rinds
A distinctive ceviche using tender lupini beans (chocho) marinated in lime juice with red onion, tomato, cilan…
10 net25 total15 fibre35 protein40 fat550 kcal