Pulpo Enchipotlado
Octopus in Chipotle Sauce (Keto, without Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no tortillas, and no added sugar to the chipotle sauce. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Mexican food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender octopus pieces sautéed with onions and bell peppers, then simmered in a rich, smoky, and spicy chipotle tomato sauce. Served as a main dish without high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Cooked octopus, chipotle peppers in adobo (sauce only), fresh tomatoes, white onion, garlic, bell peppers, vegetable oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no tortillas, and no added sugar to the chipotle sauce. Confirm no high-carb vegetables like potatoes are included.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in chipotle sauce, high-carb vegetables if portion is too large (e.g., too many bell peppers or onions), flour thickeners in sauce.
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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