Almejas al Ajillo
Garlic Clams (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Chilean dishes.
What it is
Fresh clams quickly sautéed in abundant olive oil with plenty of sliced garlic, a splash of white wine, and often a touch of dried chili flakes (ají). A simple yet intensely flavorful seafood appetizer.
Key ingredients
Fresh clams, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, white wine, fresh parsley, red pepper flakes (ají), salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served for dipping in the flavorful sauce. Confirm no sugary white wine is used.
Watch out for
Sometimes served with bread for dipping (omit). White wine can have residual sugar.
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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