Cangrejo Relleno (Keto Modificado)
Keto Stuffed Crab Shells
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request that no breadcrumbs, crackers, or other high-carb fillers be used in the crab mixture. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
Crab meat mixed with sautéed vegetables (peppers, onions, garlic), herbs, and spices, traditionally bound with breadcrumbs and baked in crab shells. Modified to use keto-friendly binders for a delicious low-carb dish.
Key ingredients
Crab meat, bell peppers, onions, garlic, herbs, spices, keto-friendly binder
How to make it keto
Explicitly request that no breadcrumbs, crackers, or other high-carb fillers be used in the crab mixture. Suggest pork rind crumbs or almond flour as a binder if necessary, or simply egg. Request no bread or high-carb sides.
Watch out for
The primary risk is traditional breadcrumb binders. Some restaurants might also add a small amount of starchy vegetables or sugar. Always confirm the ingredients of the stuffing.
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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