Chicharrón de Pescado (Estilo Keto)
Crispy Fried Fish Bites with Lime and Keto Tartar Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading (ask for 'sin empanizar'). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
Crispy, bite-sized pieces of white fish, lightly seasoned and fried until golden. Traditionally, this dish might feature a light flour breading; this keto version omits it. Served with fresh lime wedges and a keto-friendly tartar sauce.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., Tilapia, Corvina), lard or high-heat cooking oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lime, keto tartar sauce (mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, capers).
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading (ask for 'sin empanizar'). Confirm cooking oil used is keto-friendly (e.g., lard, avocado oil, coconut oil). Request keto tartar sauce or plain mayonnaise.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tartar sauce; non-keto cooking oils; flour-based breading if not explicitly requested without.
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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