Pescado Frito con Encurtido de Cebolla Morada
Fried Fish with Pickled Red Onions
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or breading on the fish. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole or filleted fish, traditionally often Tilapia or Snapper, pan-fried until crispy. Served with a tangy Costa Rican-style pickled red onion salad, a common accompaniment that balances the richness of the fried fish.
Key ingredients
Fish (Tilapia or Snapper), red onions, vinegar, oil
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no flour or breading on the fish. Confirm the encurtido (pickled onions) contains no sugar. Request a side of avocado if available.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the pickling liquid for the onions. Breading on the fish. Some restaurants might use cornstarch in seasoning blends.
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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