Fosforera (Keto)
Venezuelan Seafood Soup (Keto, No Root Veggies)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely confirm no yuca, potatoes, corn, or plantains are included. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Venezuelan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A renowned and potent Venezuelan seafood soup, featuring a rich assortment of shellfish and fish simmered in a deeply flavorful broth with a sofrito base. This keto-friendly version is carefully prepared to omit all starchy root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Fish stock, various seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels, clams, white fish fillets), olive oil, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely confirm no yuca, potatoes, corn, or plantains are included. Ensure no flour or other starchy thickeners are used. Verify no added sugar in the broth base or sofrito.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
La Fosforera, por favor, sin yuca, papa, maíz ni plátanos. Sin harina ni espesantes de almidón. Confirme que el caldo o sofrito no llevan azúcar.
For the Fosforera, absolutely no yuca, potatoes, corn, or plantains. No flour or starchy thickeners. Confirm no added sugar in the broth or sofrito.
Watch out for
Traditionally, root vegetables (yuca, potato) are common additions. Hidden sugars in store-bought broths or the tomato sofrito. Some chefs may use a starchy thickener for the soup.
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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