Camarão na Moranga (Keto)
Shrimp in Pumpkin Stew (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal pumpkin flesh from the moranga itself to control carbs. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Brazilian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A creamy and rich shrimp stew, prepared with a keto-friendly pumpkin base and served inside a roasted moranga (squash/pumpkin). The sauce is made with heavy cream and fresh herbs, minimizing high-carb pumpkin flesh.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, moranga (pumpkin/squash), heavy cream, coconut milk, onions, garlic, tomatoes (small amount), cilantro, parsley, olive oil, bell peppers, salt, black pepper. (Pumpkin flesh used for flavor, mostly as a vessel).
How to make it keto
Request minimal pumpkin flesh from the moranga itself to control carbs. Ensure no cornstarch, flour, or sugar is added to the sauce. Emphasize a cream and coconut milk base.
Watch out for
Excessive pumpkin flesh, sugar in the sauce, cornstarch or flour thickeners, high-carb vegetables in the stew.
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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