A flavorful and robust stew featuring a mix of fresh seafood (such as shrimp, squid, and firm white fish) simmered in a rich 'criolla' sauce made from sautéed onions, bell peppers, garlic, and ripe tomatoes. Traditionally served with rice, but easily made keto by omitting carb sides.

Key ingredients

Assorted seafood (shrimp, squid, white fish), olive oil, sofrito base (onions, green bell peppers, garlic), crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dry white wine, fish broth, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper.

If you order it anyway

Ensure no sugar is added to the criolla sauce. Confirm no starches (like flour or cornstarch) are used to thicken the sauce. Serve without rice, bread, or plantains. Request extra green salad or sautéed green vegetables as a side.

Watch out for

Hidden sugars in tomato paste or pre-made sauces, flour/starch thickeners, large quantities of higher-carb vegetables in sofrito (onions, tomatoes) can add up, cross-contamination with starchy sides.

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.