Jutete en Leche de Coco
Sea Snails in Coconut Milk
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the coconut milk sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nicaraguan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A Caribbean-inspired stew of tender sea snails (jutute) cooked in a creamy coconut milk base with bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices. Naturally rich and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Sea snails, coconut milk, bell peppers, onions, spices
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the coconut milk sauce. Ask for it to be served with a side of sautéed cabbage, spinach, or avocado instead of rice or starchy tubers.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in some brands of coconut milk or restaurant preparations; traditional serving with rice or plantains.
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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