Camarones Salteados al Ajillo (Keto-Modified)
Garlic Sautéed Shrimp (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, bread, or other starchy sides. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Plump shrimp quickly sautéed in a fragrant sauce of fresh garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley), often finished with a splash of lime juice.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, fresh garlic, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro/parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, bread, or other starchy sides. Confirm that no flour or cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Almost always served with high-carb sides such as white rice, moro de guandules (rice and pigeon peas), or fried plantains. Some sauces might contain hidden sugars or starch-based thickeners.
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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