Camarones Enchilados
Shrimp Creole
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cuban food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful, spicy tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and white wine.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, tomato sauce, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, white wine, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice. Crucially, ask the chef to confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Ensure sauce is not thickened with cornstarch or flour.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Los Camarones Enchilados, sin arroz, por favor. ¿La salsa no tiene azúcar? Y, por favor, sin maicena ni harina para espesar.
Camarones Enchilados, no rice. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce, and no cornstarch or flour for thickening.
Watch out for
Tomato sauce is a significant carb risk due to natural sugars and potential added sugar by restaurants. Bell peppers and onions also contribute. Traditionally served with rice.
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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