Caldo de Piedra (Keto, Sin Verduras con Almidón)
Stone Soup (Keto, No Starchy Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no corn or potatoes are added. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A unique pre-Hispanic soup from Oaxaca where hot river stones are placed directly into a container with fish, shrimp, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chile, cooking the ingredients instantly and imparting a distinct smoky flavor to the fresh seafood broth.
Key ingredients
Fresh fish (e.g., snapper), shrimp, tomatoes, white onion, cilantro, serrano or jalapeño chile, lime juice, fish broth or water, hot river stones (for preparation).
How to make it keto
Ensure no corn or potatoes are added. Served without rice or tortillas. Confirm the base is pure fish broth/water and not thickened.
Watch out for
Some preparations might include corn or other starchy vegetables. High-carb accompaniments like rice or tortillas are standard.
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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