Stewed Turtle Meat (Keto Modified)
Stewed Turtle Meat with Herbs and Peppers (No Starch)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or starch thickeners. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and savory Bahamian stew featuring tender turtle meat slow-cooked with a medley of bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Modified for keto by omitting traditional flour-based thickeners and serving without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Turtle meat, bell peppers (various colors), onions, garlic, fresh thyme, scotch bonnet pepper (optional), tomato paste (small amount), olive oil, chicken or beef broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no flour or starch thickeners. Ensure no sugary marinades. Serve with side of sautéed greens (e.g., spinach, collard greens) instead of rice or peas 'n' rice.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste (request unsweetened), potential starch thickeners (must omit), onions and bell peppers contribute minimal carbs.
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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