Boiled Whelks
Bahamian Boiled Whelks
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bahamian dishes.
3gNet carbs
4gTotal carbs
1gFibre
40gProtein
12gFat
300Calories
What it is
Tender whelks (sea snails) simply boiled in seasoned water, often served with a squeeze of lime or a simple pepper sauce. A popular local seafood delicacy, rich in protein.
Key ingredients
Whelks, Water, Salt, Scotch bonnet pepper (optional), Lime wedges.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added sugar in any accompanying pepper sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in accompanying dipping sauces or pepper sauces.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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