Camarones al Ajillo (Keto)
Garlic Shrimp (Keto Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
Large shrimp sautéed in generous amounts of butter and garlic, often with a splash of white wine or lime juice. Served without traditional high-carb sides like rice, bread, or plantains.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, butter, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar in the sauce or marinade; explicitly request no rice, bread, or plantains. Ask for extra butter if desired.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made sauces or marinades, flour thickeners (uncommon but possible), large amounts of garlic can add up, cross-contamination with starches from other dishes if not careful.
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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