Pescado en Salsa Caribeña (Estilo Keto)
Caribbean Style Fish in Coconut Sauce with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: ensure full-fat coconut milk is used. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Fresh fish fillet (such as snapper or mahi-mahi) simmered in a rich, creamy, and mildly spicy coconut milk sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs like culantro and thyme. Served without rice or plantains, accompanied by green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, full-fat coconut milk, bell peppers, onions, garlic, culantro, thyme, optional scotch bonnet pepper (for heat), olive oil, green vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans).
How to make it keto
Ensure full-fat coconut milk is used. Request no rice, patacones, or other carb sides. Ask for plain steamed or sautéed green vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Often served with rice or fried plantains. Some pre-made Caribbean sauces or coconut milk brands might contain added sugar.
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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