Camarones al Horno con Mojo
Baked Shrimp with Garlic-Citrus Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, bread, or other starchy accompaniments. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
Plump shrimp baked to perfection in a vibrant Cuban mojo sauce, made from fresh garlic, sour orange or lime juice, and generous olive oil, seasoned with classic herbs.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, fresh garlic, sour orange juice (or fresh lime/lemon juice mix), olive oil, fresh cilantro, oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice, bread, or other starchy accompaniments. Confirm that no sugar is added to the mojo sauce.
Watch out for
Natural sugars from sour orange/lime juice are minimal. The main risk is a restaurant using a pre-made mojo with added sugar.
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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