Estofado de Pulpo con Vegetales Keto
Octopus Stew with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb vegetables (like potatoes or yuca) are used; confirm tomato sauce/paste is unsweetened; avoid any flour or starch as thickeners. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ecuadorian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender octopus slowly stewed in a savory tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, celery, and other keto-friendly vegetables, seasoned with Ecuadorian herbs.
Key ingredients
Octopus, olive oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers (red, green), tomatoes (fresh or unsweetened crushed), celery, zucchini, cilantro, bay leaf, cumin, salt, pepper, dry white wine (optional, small quantity).
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb vegetables (like potatoes or yuca) are used; confirm tomato sauce/paste is unsweetened; avoid any flour or starch as thickeners.
Watch out for
Sweetened tomato products; high-carb vegetables are often added to traditional stews; flour used as a thickener.
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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