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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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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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Bofe Frito
Fried Beef Lung
Slices of beef lung, typically pre-boiled until tender, then pan-fried or deep-fried until crispy. It's simply…
2 net2 total0 fibre35 protein55 fat680 kcal
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Lengua Frita
Fried Tongue
Beef tongue, slow-cooked until extremely tender, then sliced and pan-fried or deep-fried until the exterior is…
2 net2 total0 fibre40 protein50 fat650 kcal
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Sesos Fritos
Fried Brains
Slices of beef or pork brains, usually pre-boiled until tender, then pan-fried or deep-fried until lightly gol…
2 net2 total0 fibre20 protein65 fat700 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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Bocachico Frito (con Acompañamientos Keto)
Fried Bocachico Fish with Keto Sides
Bocachico, a freshwater fish known for its distinct flavor, is seasoned and fried until crispy, a popular dish…
4 net6 total2 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Caldo de Bagre con Hierbas (Keto Modificado)
Catfish Soup with Herbs (Keto Modified)
A comforting and clear broth-based soup featuring tender pieces of fresh catfish (bagre), generously infused w…
4 net6 total2 fibre48 protein38 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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Pescado Seco Frito (con Ensalada Keto)
Fried Dried Fish with Keto Salad
Salted, dried fish (like bacalao or another local white fish) is rehydrated, then fried until golden and crisp…
4 net7 total3 fibre70 protein45 fat680 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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Buche Frito con Aguacate y Ensalada (Keto)
Fried Pork Stomach with Avocado and Salad (Keto)
Crispy and savory fried pork stomach (buche), a traditional Ecuadorian delicacy. It's often simply seasoned an…
5 net10 total5 fibre40 protein70 fat800 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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Chivo Horneado con Adobo de Ají y Especias (Keto)
Roasted Goat with Aji Chili and Spice Rub (Keto)
Succulent goat meat, marinated in a potent adobo of ají chili, garlic, cumin, and other fragrant spices, then …
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein50 fat750 kcal
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Chontacuro Asado con Ensalada Verde (Keto)
Grilled Palm Weevil Larvae with Green Salad (Keto)
An adventurous and authentic delicacy from the Ecuadorian Amazon. Chontacuro, large palm weevil larvae, are gr…
5 net8 total3 fibre25 protein55 fat600 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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Hígado de Res a la Plancha
Grilled Beef Liver
Slices of beef liver, simply grilled or pan-fried with olive oil, seasoned with salt, pepper, and sometimes cu…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
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Milanesa de Res Keto (con Empanizado de Almendra)
Keto Beef Cutlet (with Almond Flour Breading)
A thinly pounded beef cutlet, tenderized and coated in a crispy, seasoned almond flour breading, then pan-frie…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat720 kcal
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Parrillada de Menudencias (Keto)
Grilled Organ Meat Platter (Keto)
A robust grilled platter featuring a selection of popular Ecuadorian organ meats like chinchulines (small inte…
5 net7 total2 fibre70 protein55 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 Apandado Keto (con Harina de Almendra)
Keto Breaded Fish (Almond Flour)
A keto version of classic breaded fish, where fresh fish fillets are coated in a crispy almond flour or pork r…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein55 fat720 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