Guisado de Pescado con Loroco y Tomate (Keto Modificado)
Fish Stew with Loroco and Tomato (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, corn, or other starchy vegetables are added to the stew. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A flavorful fish stew featuring tender white fish fillets simmered in a vibrant tomato-based sauce, greatly enhanced by the distinct, slightly herbaceous and floral flavor of loroco flower buds. Prepared without starchy vegetables or thickeners.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia, snapper, cod), fresh tomatoes, loroco flowers, onion, garlic, bell peppers, cilantro, olive oil, fish broth (sugar-free), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, corn, or other starchy vegetables are added to the stew. No flour or cornstarch should be used as a thickener. Confirm no added sugars in the tomato base.
Watch out for
Sugars in tomato sauce, hidden starches in broth, high-carb vegetables often added to stews, and starchy 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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