Calentado de Machas (Keto - sin papas ni arroz)
Keto Sautéed Razor Clams (without potatoes or rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, or bread are served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Chilean dishes.
What it is
Fresh razor clams (machas) sautéed with garlic, onions, bell peppers, and often a splash of white wine, yielding a savory and aromatic dish. The keto modification ensures it is served without the typical high-carb sides, focusing purely on the clams and their flavorful preparation.
Key ingredients
Razor clams (machas), garlic, onion, bell pepper, white wine (minimal for flavor, cooks off), olive oil, butter, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, rice, or bread are served. Request extra virgin olive oil or butter for cooking. Confirm no sugar is added to the sauté.
Watch out for
Onions and bell peppers contribute minor carbs, potential for wine to add carbs if not cooked off properly or used excessively, hidden sugars in pre-made seasonings.
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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