Chupe de Langosta Keto (sin papa ni arroz)
Keto Lobster Chowder (No Potato or Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly omit potatoes, rice, corn, peas, or any flour/starch thickeners. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Peruvian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and creamy Peruvian chowder, modified to be keto-friendly. Features tender lobster meat in a flavorful broth thickened with heavy cream and cheese, seasoned with aji amarillo and herbs, and often includes a poached egg.
Key ingredients
Lobster, heavy cream, cheese (queso fresco or similar), aji amarillo paste, fish broth, onion, garlic, egg, cilantro, cooking oil.
How to make it keto
Strictly omit potatoes, rice, corn, peas, or any flour/starch thickeners. Ensure only heavy cream is used, not evaporated milk (due to higher lactose content).
Watch out for
Traditional Chupe is high in carbs (potatoes, rice, peas, corn). Restaurants may use flour as a thickener or evaporated milk instead of heavy cream (higher lactose). Hidden sugars in aji pastes.
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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