Tapado (Caribbean Seafood Coconut Stew, No Plantains/Potatoes)
Caribbean Seafood Coconut Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request the omission of plantains and potatoes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful seafood stew from Guatemala's Caribbean coast, featuring a rich, creamy coconut milk base with various seafood (fish, shrimp, crab, mussels). Traditionally includes plantains and potatoes, which must be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (fish, shrimp, crab, mussels), coconut milk, green bell peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, fish broth, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request the omission of plantains and potatoes. Ensure no sugar is added to the coconut milk broth.
Watch out for
Plantains and potatoes (staple ingredients in the original dish), potential added sugar to balance the coconut milk, 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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