Molcajete de Mariscos (Keto, Sin Tortillas)
Seafood Molcajete (Keto, No Tortillas)
Yes, with a tweak: request no tortillas, rice, or beans. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A sizzling hot volcanic stone molcajete filled with an assortment of fresh seafood (shrimp, scallops, fish, octopus) cooked in a flavorful, often slightly spicy, tomato-based sauce with onions, peppers, and melted cheese. Served without tortillas.
Key ingredients
Shrimp, scallops, white fish, octopus, fresh tomatoes, white onions, serrano or jalapeño peppers, garlic, cilantro, cheese (e.g., Oaxaca or Monterey Jack), lime, cooking oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request no tortillas, rice, or beans. Ensure the sauce has no added sugar or starchy thickeners (e.g., masa). Confirm no starchy vegetables like potatoes or corn are added to the molcajete.
Watch out for
Tomato-based sauces can contain sugar. Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes or corn are added to the molcajete mixture.
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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