Cangrejo Enchilado (Keto - Salsa sin Azúcar)
Keto Crab in Creole Sauce (with Sugar-Free Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no sugar in the 'enchilado' sauce. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Cuban food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Whole crabs or generous portions of crab meat simmered in a vibrant and robust Creole-style tomato-based sauce. This flavorful sauce is crafted with sautéed onions, garlic, bell peppers, and traditional Cuban spices, strictly prepared without any added sugars.
Key ingredients
Whole crab or crab meat, extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic, red and green bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, minimal tomato paste, dry white wine (optional), hot sauce (optional), bay leaf, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no sugar in the 'enchilado' sauce. Confirm no starchy thickeners are used. Ask for extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers contribute natural carbs. High risk of hidden sugars in the tomato sauce base. Potential for starchy thickeners to be used in the sauce. Large portions of tomato products can increase carb count.
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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