Camarones al Ajillo
Garlic Shrimp
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Colombian dishes.
What it is
Plump shrimp sautéed in abundant olive oil or butter with generous amounts of minced garlic and a touch of chili flakes (optional). A naturally keto-friendly dish, often served as an appetizer.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, olive oil, butter, garlic, red pepper flakes (optional), fresh parsley, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside. Confirm no flour is used to thicken the sauce (uncommon for this dish, but always good to check).
Watch out for
Serving with bread, thickening agent in sauce (rare for this dish).
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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