Tapado (Keto Modified, No Starchy Vegetables)
Keto Caribbean Seafood and Coconut Milk Stew
Yes, with a tweak: strictly request no plantains and no yuca. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Guatemalan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and flavorful seafood stew from the Caribbean coast, made with fresh fish and shellfish in a creamy coconut milk broth, seasoned with herbs and spices. Crucially, traditional starchy ingredients like plantains and yuca must be omitted. Served with non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers or green beans.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., snapper), shrimp, mussels, calamari (or other mixed seafood), coconut milk, bell peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, thyme, lime juice, cooking oil, salt, pepper. No plantains or yuca.
How to make it keto
Strictly request no plantains and no yuca. Confirm the broth does not contain any added starches or sugars beyond natural coconut milk. Ask for additional non-starchy vegetables instead of the omitted starchy ones.
Watch out for
Traditionally contains large amounts of plantains and yuca; coconut milk quality can vary in sugar content; some restaurants might use thickeners in the broth.
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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