Picante de Mariscos (sin papa)
Spicy Seafood Stew (without potato)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes (papa) are added. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Peruvian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and spicy Peruvian seafood stew featuring a medley of mixed seafood simmered in a creamy, intensely flavored sauce based on aji amarillo and other aromatics.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (shrimp, calamari, scallops, fish pieces), aji amarillo paste, red onion, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, heavy cream, white wine or broth, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes (papa) are added. Verify no starchy thickeners like flour or breadcrumbs are used in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Para el Picante de Mariscos, por favor, sin papa. Y que no lleve harina o pan rallado para espesar la salsa.
For Picante de Mariscos, please no potatoes. Confirm no flour or breadcrumbs are used as thickeners.
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, aji amarillo paste (some may contain starch/sugar), lactose from cream, potential hidden sugars in sauces.
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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