Camarones Rebosados (Estilo Keto - Sin Harina)
Keto Breaded Shrimp (No Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no wheat flour or cornstarch in the breading. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
Succulent shrimp, lightly coated in a seasoned mixture of almond flour and spices, then pan-fried or deep-fried until golden and crispy. Served hot with lime wedges, offering a keto-friendly take on a popular fried dish.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., avocado oil, lard) for frying.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no wheat flour or cornstarch in the breading. Confirm almond or coconut flour is used, or simply opt for unbreaded grilled shrimp if a keto-specific breading is unavailable.
Watch out for
If traditional wheat flour breading is used, or if a small amount of cornstarch is added for crispiness. Hidden sugars in pre-made spice mixes.
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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