Chapulines con Ajo y Chile (Keto)
Garlic and Chili Grasshoppers (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
Toasted or fried grasshoppers seasoned with garlic, lime, and chile (often chile de árbol or ancho). They offer a crunchy texture and a savory, earthy, slightly spicy flavor. A traditional Oaxacan snack.
Key ingredients
Chapulines (grasshoppers), Olive oil, Garlic, Lime juice, Dried chile powder (e.g., chile de árbol, ancho), Salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugars or sweet glazes. Confirm they are simply seasoned with garlic, lime, and chile.
Watch out for
Some preparations might include sweet components like agave. Often served with tortillas or totopos; ask for none.
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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