Ceviche de Calamar (Keto)
Keto Squid Ceviche
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
A refreshing ceviche featuring tender squid marinated in fresh lime juice, combined with thinly sliced red onion, tomato, and cilantro. Naturally low-carb when served without traditional accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Cooked squid, lime juice, red onion, tomato, cilantro, bell pepper, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Request without choclo (corn), chifles (plantain chips), patacones (fried plantain patties), or yuca. Ensure no added sugar in the marinade.
Watch out for
Choclo (corn), chifles/patacones (plantain chips), yuca. Occasionally, some restaurants might add a touch of fruit juice (e.g., orange) for sweetness, though less common in traditional ceviche de calamar.
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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