Guiso de Mariscos con Coco (Estilo Keto)
Keto Seafood Stew with Coconut Milk
Yes, with a tweak: request no yuca, potatoes, or other starchy vegetables. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Costa Rican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and flavorful Costa Rican-style stew featuring a generous mix of fresh seafood (shrimp, fish pieces, squid, mussels) cooked in a creamy coconut milk base with aromatic bell peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro. Modified to exclude starchy root vegetables commonly found in traditional versions.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (shrimp, fish, squid, mussels), coconut milk, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, local spices (cumin, achiote, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Request no yuca, potatoes, or other starchy vegetables. Confirm no sugar is added to the coconut sauce. Ensure coconut milk is unsweetened.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in coconut milk (some brands), starchy vegetables, high-carb thickeners, cross-contamination with breaded items.
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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