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.
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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
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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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