Steamed Crabs with Green Seasoning and Pepper Sauce
Trinidadian Steamed Crabs
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Trinidadian dishes.
What it is
Whole blue crabs, lightly steamed with fresh Trinidadian green seasoning (culantro, garlic, pimento, thyme) and hot pepper. Served simply, often with a squeeze of lime and a side of homemade pepper sauce.
Key ingredients
Whole blue crabs, green seasoning (chadon beni, garlic, pimento, thyme, onion), hot pepper, lime, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary dipping sauces are provided. Confirm no added sugar in the steaming liquid or seasoning.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in commercial pepper sauces. Minimal natural carbs from seasoning ingredients.
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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