Escabeche de Pollo (Keto Modificado)
Pickled Chicken (Keto Modified, minimal Carrots)
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal or no carrots. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of chicken, typically boneless and skinless, marinated and gently cooked in a flavorful 'escabeche' mixture of olive oil, vinegar, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Traditionally contains some carrots, which should be minimized for keto.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces, extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, onions, bell peppers (red, yellow, green), garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, salt. (Minimal carrots, or explicitly removed).
How to make it keto
Request minimal or no carrots. Confirm no sugar is added to the pickling liquid or marinade. This dish is usually served cold and without bread, but confirm.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Escabeche de Pollo, por favor, con mínimas zanahorias o sin ellas. ¿Lleva azúcar la marinada? Y sin pan, por favor.
For the Escabeche de Pollo, please minimal or no carrots. Confirm no sugar in the pickling liquid or marinade. And no bread, please.
Watch out for
Carrots (even in small amounts can add up), potential hidden sugar in the pickling liquid. Served with bread if not specified.
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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