Ecuadorian keto guide
Hostile
283 dishes61 keto as served117 with a photo
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.
165 matching dishes · page 1 of 3
Pescado Frito Entero (con Acompañamientos Keto)
Whole Fried Fish (with Keto Sides)
A whole fresh fish (e.g., Tilapia, Corvina, Pargo) seasoned and deep-fried to a crispy perfection. Modified to…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Carne Asada (Bistec a la Parrilla con Acompañamientos Keto)
Grilled Steak (with Keto Sides)
A simple yet flavorful grilled beef steak, often marinated lightly with garlic, cumin, and salt. Served hot of…
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Fritada de Cerdo (sin Acompañamientos Carbos)
Fried Pork (without Carb Sides)
Crispy, succulent pieces of pork that have been first boiled in water with aromatic spices and then fried in t…
3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein85 fat1050 kcal
Lomo Fino a la Plancha con Aguacate (Keto)
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Avocado (Keto Sides)
A tender cut of beef tenderloin, perfectly grilled and seasoned simply with salt and pepper, served with fresh…
3 net8 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Maito de Pescado
Fish Steamed in Bijao Leaves with Sauteed Greens
An authentic Amazonian dish where a white fish fillet is seasoned with local herbs, onions, and peppers, then …
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein38 fat625 kcal
Maito de Pollo
Chicken Steamed in Bijao Leaves with Sauteed Greens
An Amazonian preparation featuring succulent chicken (often thigh or breast) seasoned with regional herbs and …
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein58 fat825 kcal
Cabrito Asado con Ensalada Fresca
Roast Baby Goat with Fresh Salad
Tender young goat (cabrito) meat, slow-roasted or grilled, seasoned with traditional Andean herbs like cumin a…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
Caldo de Patas de Pollo Keto
Keto Chicken Feet Soup
A nourishing and collagen-rich soup made from slow-cooked chicken feet, resulting in a gelatinous and flavorfu…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein25 fat450 kcal
Cangrejada (Keto)
Boiled Crab Feast (Keto)
Whole red crabs, traditionally boiled in heavily seasoned water with onions, garlic, and spices. A pure and de…
5 net5 total0 fibre60 protein15 fat400 kcal
Costillas de Cerdo Asadas con Ensalada Verde
Roasted Pork Ribs with Green Salad
Juicy roasted pork ribs, seasoned with traditional Ecuadorian spices, served with a simple green salad dressed…
5 net8 total3 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
Ensalada de Champiñones Asados con Queso de Cabra (Keto)
Keto Roasted Mushroom Salad with Goat Cheese
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring earthy roasted mushrooms, crumbled goat cheese, and fresh mixed greens…
5 net9 total4 fibre15 protein40 fat480 kcal
Ensalada de Chonta con Aderezo Cremoso (Keto)
Palm Heart Salad with Creamy Dressing (Keto)
A refreshing salad featuring tender slices of Chonta (palm heart), a unique and delicate Ecuadorian ingredient…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein32 fat350 kcal
Bistec a Caballo (Keto Modificado)
Grilled Steak with Fried Eggs and Keto Sides
A classic protein-packed dish featuring a tender grilled or pan-seared beef steak topped with one or two perfe…
6 net8 total2 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
Caldo de Costilla
Beef Rib Soup
A comforting, clear broth soup featuring tender, slow-cooked beef ribs, typically seasoned with onions, garlic…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Caldo de Gallina Keto (Sopa de Pollo sin Papas/Arroz)
Keto Chicken Broth Soup (without Potatoes/Rice)
A comforting and restorative chicken soup featuring tender chicken pieces in a clear, flavorful broth, often w…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein20 fat380 kcal
Carne Colorada con Ensalada Fresca (Keto)
Achiote-Marinated Beef with Fresh Salad (Keto)
Tender cuts of beef (typically flank or skirt steak) marinated for hours in a distinctive blend of achiote, ga…
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Ceviche de Concha Negra (Keto)
Black Clam Ceviche (Keto)
A unique and flavorful ceviche featuring fresh black clams marinated in lime juice, mixed with finely chopped …
6 net8 total2 fibre30 protein15 fat300 kcal
Ceviche de Pescado (Keto)
Fish Ceviche (Keto Style)
Fresh white fish marinated in abundant lime juice with finely sliced red onion, cilantro, and a hint of ají (E…
6 net8 total2 fibre40 protein15 fat350 kcal
Ceviche de Pulpo (Keto)
Octopus Ceviche (Keto)
Tender, cooked octopus marinated in a zesty mixture of lime juice, red onion, and cilantro, with a touch of to…
6 net8 total2 fibre35 protein16 fat320 kcal
Chicharrón de Cerdo con Aguacate y Pico de Gallo Keto
Pork Rinds with Avocado and Keto Pico de Gallo
Crispy, savory pieces of fried pork belly or skin (chicharrón) served alongside creamy avocado slices and a fr…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein68 fat800 kcal
Chorizo a la Parrilla con Ensalada Verde
Grilled Ecuadorian Sausage with Green Salad
Flavorful Ecuadorian pork sausages, seasoned with local spices, grilled until the casing is crispy and the ins…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
Ensalada de Atún (sin tostadas)
Tuna Salad (Keto, without crackers)
A refreshing and savory tuna salad, a common cold dish in Ecuador, usually served with crackers. For keto, it'…
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein50 fat620 kcal
Pernil Asado (con Acompañamientos Keto)
Roasted Pork Leg with Keto Sides
A whole slow-roasted pork leg, marinated with garlic, cumin, achiote, and other spices, delivering incredibly …
6 net10 total4 fibre75 protein75 fat950 kcal
Pescado a la Plancha con Vegetales (Keto)
Grilled Fish with Keto Vegetables
A simple grilled white fish fillet, seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes a hint of garlic, served with a …
6 net10 total4 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
Pollo a la Brasa con Ensalada Verde (Keto)
Rotisserie Chicken with Green Salad (Keto Sides)
Flavorful rotisserie chicken, slow-cooked to juicy perfection and seasoned with traditional herbs and spices. …
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
Sangre de Pollo Frita (Keto Modificada)
Keto Fried Chicken Blood with Sautéed Onions
A unique and traditional Ecuadorian dish made from seasoned chicken blood, typically fried or sautéed with oni…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
Ceviche de Camarón Keto (sin Maíz ni Plátano)
Keto Shrimp Ceviche (without Corn or Plantain)
Refreshing cooked shrimp marinated in lime juice with red onions, cilantro, and often a touch of tomato. Serve…
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein12 fat300 kcal
Keto Encebollado (Sopa de Pescado sin Yuca)
Keto Fish Soup (without Yuca and Plantains)
A hearty, flavorful fish soup, traditionally made with fresh tuna or albacore, red onion, cilantro, and tomato…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein20 fat450 kcal
Pechuga a la Plancha con Vegetales Salteados
Grilled Chicken Breast with Sautéed Keto Vegetables
A lean chicken breast, lightly seasoned and grilled to perfection, retaining its natural juices. It is served …
7 net10 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
Pescado Encebollado a la Plancha (Keto)
Grilled Fish Fillet Topped with Sautéed Onions and Peppers (Keto)
A tender white fish fillet (such as corvina or dorado), grilled or pan-seared to perfection. It's generously t…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal
Sopa de Albóndigas (Keto sin Carbos)
Keto Meatball Soup
A hearty and comforting soup featuring tender, savory meatballs (made without breadcrumbs) simmered in a rich …
7 net10 total3 fibre40 protein38 fat550 kcal
Sopa de Res Keto (sin Papas/Yuca)
Keto Beef Soup (without Potatoes/Yuca)
A comforting and nourishing beef soup with tender chunks of beef and non-starchy vegetables (celery, bell pepp…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein25 fat420 kcal
Tortilla de Camarón Keto (Tortilla de Huevo y Camarón)
Keto Shrimp Omelet
A savory omelet-style fritter made with fresh shrimp, eggs, finely diced vegetables like onions and bell peppe…
7 net10 total3 fibre35 protein45 fat600 kcal
Vegetales Salteados (Mezcla Keto)
Sauteed Mixed Vegetables (Keto)
A mix of fresh, non-starchy vegetables quickly sautéed, typically with garlic and olive oil or butter. Perfect…
7 net12 total5 fibre8 protein20 fat250 kcal
Brochetas de Carne (con vegetales keto)
Beef Skewers (with Keto Vegetables)
Tender marinated beef cubes, typically sirloin or tenderloin, threaded onto skewers and grilled, often intersp…
8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Caldo de Pata de Cerdo con Vegetales Keto
Pork Hock Soup with Keto Vegetables
A supremely rich and nourishing soup featuring tender, slow-cooked pork hock (pata de cerdo), simmered in a de…
8 net12 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Caldo de Pescado
Fish Broth Soup (Keto Modified)
A light yet flavorful clear fish broth soup, highlighting fresh white fish and simple aromatic vegetables. Thi…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Caldo de Tronquito (Keto Modificado)
Keto Beef Tendon Soup
A hearty and collagen-rich beef soup made from slow-cooked beef tendon, imparting a gelatinous texture and dee…
8 net10 total2 fibre70 protein35 fat650 kcal
Camarones Rebozados Keto (con Harina de Almendra y Ensalada Verde)
Keto Breaded Shrimp with Almond Flour and Green Salad
Succulent shrimp coated in a crispy, keto-friendly breading (made with almond flour) and lightly fried. Served…
8 net12 total4 fibre40 protein48 fat620 kcal
Chanfaina de Vísceras Keto (sin Papas)
Keto Minced Offal Stew with Herbs and Spices
A savory and traditional Ecuadorian stew featuring finely minced or diced mixed offal (such as beef liver, hea…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Hornado
Roasted Pork
A whole roasted pig, slow-cooked for many hours, resulting in incredibly tender meat and famously crispy skin.…
8 net10 total2 fibre100 protein105 fat1350 kcal
Keto Ensalada Rusa (con Coliflor)
Keto Russian Salad (with Cauliflower)
A classic Ecuadorian-style Russian salad reimagined for a keto diet. Traditionally made with diced potatoes, c…
8 net13 total5 fibre30 protein50 fat620 kcal
Lengua en Salsa (con Acompañamientos Keto)
Beef Tongue in Sauce (with Keto Sides)
Tender beef tongue slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce typically made with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat700 kcal
Seco de Pato con Vegetales Keto
Duck Stew with Keto Vegetables
A slow-cooked, tender duck stew with a rich, savory sauce flavored with naranjilla (lulo), onions, peppers, an…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein50 fat750 kcal
Sopa Cremosa de Espinacas con Queso Fresco (Estilo Caldo de Habas Keto)
Creamy Spinach Soup with Farmer's Cheese (Broad Bean Soup Style Keto)
A hearty, creamy, and flavorful soup that captures the essence of the traditional Andean 'Caldo de Habas' but …
8 net12 total4 fibre22 protein48 fat580 kcal
Churrasco (Ecuadorian Style)
Grilled Steak Platter
A popular plate featuring a grilled beef steak, typically served with a fried egg, slices of ripe avocado, and…
9 net15 total6 fibre80 protein70 fat950 kcal
Conejo Asado con Vegetales a la Parrilla
Grilled Rabbit with Roasted Vegetables
Succulent roasted or grilled rabbit, seasoned with local herbs and spices, served with a generous portion of g…
9 net15 total6 fibre80 protein50 fat800 kcal
Keto Muchines de Coliflor y Queso
Keto Cauliflower and Cheese 'Muchines' (Fried Patties)
A keto-friendly adaptation of traditional Ecuadorian 'Muchines', replacing the high-carb yuca with mashed seas…
9 net15 total6 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Keto Papas Rellenas de Coliflor y Carne
Keto Stuffed Cauliflower 'Potatoes' with Ground Beef
A keto-friendly interpretation of the beloved Ecuadorian 'Papas Rellenas'. This version uses a seasoned mashed…
9 net16 total7 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Morcilla a la Plancha (con Ensalada Verde)
Grilled Blood Sausage with Green Salad
Ecuadorian morcilla (blood sausage) is typically made with pork blood, rice, onions, and spices. For a keto-fr…
9 net12 total3 fibre38 protein60 fat700 kcal
Seco de Pescado con Salsa de Coco y Vegetales Keto
Fish Stew with Coconut Sauce & Keto Vegetables
Flaky white fish fillets (such as snapper or corvina) gently simmered in a luscious and aromatic coconut-based…
9 net14 total5 fibre50 protein45 fat650 kcal
Sopa de Mariscos (Keto Modified)
Keto Seafood Soup
A hearty and aromatic broth-based soup, brimming with an assortment of fresh seafood such as shrimp, mussels, …
9 net12 total3 fibre45 protein20 fat400 kcal
Caldo de Pata
Cow's Foot Soup
A traditional, hearty and collagen-rich soup made from slow-cooked cow's feet, simmered in a flavorful broth w…
10 net12 total2 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
Caldo de Pescado con Maní (Sopa Cremosa de Pescado y Cacahuate Keto)
Keto Fish and Peanut Cream Soup
A rich and creamy fish soup, distinctive for its peanut-infused broth. It features chunks of firm white fish, …
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
Caldo de Salchicha
Pork Sausage Soup (Keto Modified)
A robust and flavorful soup featuring a special Ecuadorian pork sausage (often morcilla or a spiced fresh saus…
10 net15 total5 fibre40 protein65 fat780 kcal
Cazuela de Mariscos (Keto Modificada)
Keto Modified Seafood Casserole (Stew)
A creamy, savory seafood stew typically baked in a clay pot, featuring a medley of fresh seafood (such as fish…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein58 fat780 kcal
Ceviche de Camarón Jipijapa Keto (sin Carbohidratos Añadidos)
Peanut-Infused Shrimp Ceviche (Keto Modified)
A unique coastal ceviche from the Manabí region, featuring cooked shrimp in a creamy, tangy marinade enriched …
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein25 fat450 kcal
Chivo al Coco
Goat in Coconut Sauce (Keto Modified)
Tender goat meat slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic coconut milk sauce, infused with local spices. A coastal s…
10 net16 total6 fibre55 protein68 fat850 kcal
Cuero Estofado Keto (sin Papas)
Stewed Pork Skin in Peanut Sauce with Avocado
A flavorful and tender stew of pork skin ('cuero'), slow-cooked in a rich, savory Ecuadorian-style sauce, ofte…
10 net15 total5 fibre35 protein60 fat700 kcal
Estofado de Carne con Salsa de Maní y Vegetales Keto
Beef Stew with Creamy Peanut Sauce & Keto Vegetables
Tender chunks of slow-cooked beef simmered in a rich, velvety, and distinctive Ecuadorian peanut-based sauce, …
10 net16 total6 fibre55 protein58 fat780 kcal