Filete de Corvina a la Plancha con Salsa de Mantequilla y Limón
Grilled Corvina Fillet with Butter and Lemon Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A tender corvina (sea bass) fillet, perfectly grilled or pan-seared, served with a rich, tangy sauce made from melted butter, fresh lime juice, and often a touch of garlic and fresh cilantro or parsley. A popular choice in Costa Rican seafood restaurants.
Key ingredients
Corvina fillet, butter, lime juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, optional: fresh cilantro or parsley, olive oil for cooking.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or sugar is added to the butter-lime sauce. Request keto-friendly side vegetables such as sautéed green beans, steamed chayote, or a simple green salad instead of rice, beans, or plantains.
Watch out for
Potential hidden sugars in some restaurant sauces (though less likely in a simple butter-lemon sauce), and high-carb side dishes are standard accompaniments. Always confirm no flour thickeners in the sauce.
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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