Cangrejo al Ajillo
Garlic Crab (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
What it is
Fresh crab pieces or claws sautéed in abundant olive oil with copious amounts of minced garlic, a hint of dry white wine or lime juice, and fresh parsley. A deeply flavorful seafood dish.
Key ingredients
Fresh crab (whole or claws), extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, dry white wine (optional) or lime juice, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, aji dulce (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. If white wine is used, ensure it is dry and not sweet. Request no high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, use of sweet wine, typically served with bread or rice for dipping/soaking up the sauce.
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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