Camarones Encebollados (Keto)
Sautéed Shrimp with Onions and Peppers (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used for dredging the shrimp or for thickening any sauce. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Large, succulent shrimp quickly sautéed with plenty of thinly sliced yellow onions and colorful bell peppers. Seasoned with garlic, fresh herbs, and a light, un-thickened tomato-based sauce, or simply with salt and pepper.
Key ingredients
Large shrimp, yellow onions, bell peppers (e.g., red, green, yellow), minced garlic, olive oil, fresh tomatoes (optional, for sauce), fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour is used for dredging the shrimp or for thickening any sauce. Confirm that no sugar is added to the tomato base if used. Request to be served without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Flour dredging of shrimp; hidden sugars in any tomato sauce; traditional high-carb side dishes.
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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