Calamares en su Tinta (Estilo Keto)
Squid in its Own Ink (Keto Style, no rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or any starchy side dishes. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender squid slowly stewed in a rich, dark sauce made from its own ink, often with onions, bell peppers, garlic, and a touch of tomato. A classic Cuban seafood delicacy, served without traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Squid, squid ink, olive oil, onions, green bell peppers, garlic, tomato paste (minimal), spices (cumin, oregano, bay leaf), dry white wine (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or any starchy side dishes. Confirm no flour or excessive sugar is used as a sauce thickener or flavor enhancer.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste or other sauce ingredients; flour/cornstarch used as a thickener; residual carbs from wine.
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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