Tapado de Mariscos (Keto, sin Plátano)
Guatemalan Coconut Seafood Soup (Keto, no Plantains)
Yes, with a tweak: request no green or ripe plantains (plátano verde o maduro) and no yuca or other starchy root vegetables. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and flavorful seafood soup originating from the Caribbean coast of Guatemala, featuring a variety of seafood simmered in a creamy coconut milk broth seasoned with herbs and spices. Modified to be keto by omitting starchy vegetables like plantains.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (shrimp, fish fillets, crab, mussels), full-fat coconut milk, fish broth, bell peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, ginger, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no green or ripe plantains (plátano verde o maduro) and no yuca or other starchy root vegetables.
Watch out for
This dish traditionally includes green plantains and sometimes yuca, which are high in carbs and must be omitted. Some coconut milks can contain added sugars, although less common for full-fat, unsweetened varieties used in cooking.
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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