Caracoles Guisados
Stewed Snails in Criolla Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure criolla sauce is made without added sugar and no starchy thickeners. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Cuban delicacy, garden snails (or escargot) slowly stewed in a rich and savory criolla sauce made with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices. A hearty and flavorful dish, naturally low in carbs if prepared correctly.
Key ingredients
Snails (cleaned, cooked), tomatoes, bell peppers (red/green), onion, garlic, olive oil, dry white wine or broth, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure criolla sauce is made without added sugar and no starchy thickeners. Request no high-carb accompaniments like rice or bread.
Watch out for
Sugar in criolla sauce, flour/cornstarch as thickener, starchy sides (rice, bread).
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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