Gamberi all'Aglio e Olio (Senza Pasta)
Shrimp Scampi (without pasta)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no pasta and no accompanying bread. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent shrimp quickly sautéed in a fragrant sauce of olive oil, generous amounts of fresh garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes, served without the traditional pasta.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no pasta and no accompanying bread. Ensure no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Niente pasta e niente pane, per favore. E assicuratevi che la salsa non sia addensata con farina.
No pasta or bread, please. And please ensure the sauce is not thickened with flour.
Watch out for
Small amounts from garlic. Watch for any pre-made sauce bases with sugar or starch.
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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