Rondon Keto (Guiso de Mariscos en Leche de Coco, Sin Tubérculos)
Keto Seafood Stew (Coconut Milk, No Root Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request absolutely no root vegetables (yuca, potato, plantain) or other starchy vegetables (e.g., pumpkin). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Nicaraguan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful Caribbean-style seafood stew cooked in a rich coconut milk base with aromatic spices. The keto modification specifically excludes traditional root vegetables like yuca, potatoes, and plantains.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (fish, shrimp, conch), coconut milk, onions, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, hot peppers (chile cabro), cilantro, herbs, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Request absolutely no root vegetables (yuca, potato, plantain) or other starchy vegetables (e.g., pumpkin).
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Rondon Keto, por favor, absolutamente sin tubérculos como yuca, papa o plátano. Y sin otros vegetales con almidón como la auyama.
For the Rondon Keto, absolutely no root vegetables like yuca, potato, or plantain. Also, please, no other starchy vegetables like pumpkin.
Watch out for
Some restaurants may use a thickening agent that contains starch; ensure no sweet peppers are used in large quantities.
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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