Spicy Bahamian Pickled Fish (Mahi-Mahi or Wahoo, no crackers/starch)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the pickling liquid. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Bahamian dishes.
What it is
Chunks of firm, flaky local fish (such as Mahi-Mahi or Wahoo) boiled or baked, then marinated in a tangy, spicy pickling liquid with sliced onions, bell peppers, and plenty of scotch bonnet peppers. Served chilled, without any accompanying bread or crackers.
Key ingredients
Mahi-Mahi or Wahoo fillet, white vinegar, water, sliced onions, sliced bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, salt, black pepper, allspice berries, bay leaf, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no sugar is added to the pickling liquid. Served plain, strictly without bread, crackers, or starchy sides.
Watch out for
Pickling liquids can sometimes contain sugar; confirm no sugar is used. Ensure no high-carb vegetables are included.
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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