Ecuadorian keto guide
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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.
12 matching dishes
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
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
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
KAsoon
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
KAsoon
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
KAsoon
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
KAsoon
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
KAsoon
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