Caldo de Camarones
Dominican Shrimp Broth (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
A light yet intensely flavorful broth, prepared by simmering shrimp shells and heads with aromatic vegetables like garlic, red onion, cilantro, and a touch of tomato. Finished with whole shrimp, it's naturally low-carb and deeply satisfying.
Key ingredients
Shrimp (with shells), water, olive oil, garlic, red onion, cilantro, bell pepper, a small amount of tomato paste, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no starchy vegetables (e.g., potato, yuca) or rice are added to the broth.
Watch out for
Small amount of tomato paste; ensure no added sugar in the broth base, which is rare but possible in some restaurant preparations.
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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