Pescado a la Portuguesa
Portuguese-Style Fish Stew with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, potatoes, or other high-carb starchy sides. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful fish stew, typically prepared with tender white fish fillets (such as surubí or trucha) cooked in a rich, savory sauce of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and fresh herbs. For keto, it is served without its traditional high-carb sides of rice or potatoes, focusing instead on the succulent fish and aromatic, low-carb vegetables (like zucchini or green beans) included within the stew or as a separate accompaniment.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (e.g., surubí, trucha), olive oil, onions, garlic, ripe tomatoes, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, lemon juice, fish broth, salt, black pepper, aji amarillo paste (optional, in moderation). Served with a side of sautéed zucchini or steamed green beans.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, potatoes, or other high-carb starchy sides. Confirm no added sugars in the tomato sauce or aji paste. Ensure only low-carb vegetables are included in the stew or as a side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces or aji amarillo pastes. Cross-contamination with high-carb ingredients during preparation. Large portions of high-carb vegetables (like carrots or peas) if not explicitly omitted.
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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