Chontacuro Asado con Ensalada Verde (Keto)
Grilled Palm Weevil Larvae with Green Salad (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: crucial to ensure no traditional high-carb accompaniments like yuca or plantain are served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
An adventurous and authentic delicacy from the Ecuadorian Amazon. Chontacuro, large palm weevil larvae, are grilled over an open flame, offering a rich, fatty, and distinctly nutty flavor. Served simply with a fresh green salad.
Key ingredients
Palm weevil larvae (chontacuro), salt, lime, green salad (lettuce, cucumber), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucial to ensure no traditional high-carb accompaniments like yuca or plantain are served. Request only the grilled larvae with a plain green salad.
Watch out for
Almost always served with yuca. Ensure it's explicitly omitted.
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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