Langosta a la Plancha (sin Acompañantes con Carbohidratos)
Grilled Lobster (without Carb Sides)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
A whole lobster tail or entire lobster, grilled to perfection. Seasoned simply with garlic, olive oil, and a squeeze of lime, focusing on the natural sweetness of the lobster. Served without any high-carb traditional sides.
Key ingredients
Lobster, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, salt, pepper, butter (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary marinades, glazes, or heavy sauces. Request no rice, no plantains, and no starchy vegetables as accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Langosta a la Plancha, por favor, sin adobos dulces, glaseados o salsas pesadas. Sin arroz, sin plátanos ni verduras con almidón.
For the Langosta a la Plancha, no sugary marinades, glazes, or heavy sauces. Please, no rice, no plantains, and no starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add sugar to their butter or garlic-lime sauces. Traditional Cuban lobster dishes are often served with rice and plantains.
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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