Chicharrón de Conchas (Keto Modificado)
Keto Fried Scallops (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure absolutely no flour or breading (apanado) is used for frying. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Peruvian dishes.
What it is
Fresh, plump scallops lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, then pan-fried or deep-fried until perfectly golden and tender, without any breading. Served with a wedge of lime and a simple, fresh sarza criolla (red onion, ají limo, cilantro, lime) on the side.
Key ingredients
Scallops, lime, red onion, ají limo, cilantro, olive oil, salt, black pepper, frying oil (if deep-fried).
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure absolutely no flour or breading (apanado) is used for frying. Confirm that the sarza criolla is made purely of vegetables and lime, without corn or potatoes. Request no starchy sides.
Watch out for
The main risk is hidden flour or breading used during the frying process. Some restaurants might include sugary glazes or dips. Traditional sarza criolla served with fried items might sometimes contain corn or potatoes.
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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