Pescado a la Plancha / Pescado a la Parrilla
Pan-fried / Grilled Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Argentinian dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (such as Merluza, Lenguado, or Trucha) expertly pan-fried or grilled, typically seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon, allowing the natural flavor of the fish to shine.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading, flour dusting, or sugary glazes are used. Request the fish to be prepared simply 'a la plancha' (pan-fried) or 'a la parrilla' (grilled) with just oil, salt, pepper, and lemon. Decline any starchy side dishes.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
Pescado a la Plancha/Parrilla. Sin empanar, harinas ni glaseados con azúcar. Solo aceite, sal, pimienta y limón. Sin guarniciones de almidón.
Pescado a la Plancha/Parrilla. No breading, flour, or sugary glazes. Just oil, salt, pepper, lemon. No starchy sides.
Watch out for
Breading or flour dredging (especially common for 'a la romana' preparations). Sugary sauces or glazes. High-carb side dishes often served with fish, like potatoes or rice.
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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