Chupe de Camarones (Modificación Keto)
Creamy Shrimp Soup (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, corn, or yuca. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and decadent creamy shrimp soup, made with succulent shrimp simmered in a flavorful seafood broth enriched with heavy cream. The keto modification ensures the omission of high-carb thickeners (like flour or cornstarch) and starchy vegetables (like potatoes or corn) often found in traditional versions. It contains bell peppers, onions, and cilantro for flavor.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, seafood broth, heavy cream, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, cooking oil, salt, pepper, a touch of annatto (achiote) for color.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, corn, or yuca. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the soup. Ensure cream is unsweetened.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Chupe de Camarones, por favor, sin papa, maíz ni yuca. ¿Está espesado sin harina ni maicena? Y la crema, ¿es sin azúcar?
Chupe de Camarones, please, no potatoes, corn, or yuca. Confirm no flour or cornstarch to thicken, and unsweetened cream.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners, inclusion of starchy vegetables, hidden sugars in the broth or added flavorings.
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.
More on the Costa Rican menuAll 475 Costa Rican dishes ›
