Pescado Frito con Mojo de Ajo (Estilo Keto)
Fried Fish with Garlic Mojo (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no flour or breading is used for frying the fish. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A fresh white fish fillet (e.g., Tilapia or Corvina) lightly pan-fried to a golden crisp, served with a vibrant and zesty 'Mojo de Ajo' — a sauce made from garlic, olive oil, and fresh lime juice.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, frying oil (e.g., olive oil or coconut oil), garlic, fresh lime juice, olive oil (for mojo), cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no flour or breading is used for frying the fish. Ensure the mojo is made without any added sugar or high-carb thickeners. Request only keto-friendly side vegetables.
Watch out for
Flour or cornstarch in the fish breading or marinade. Hidden sugars in the garlic mojo. High-carb sides served with the dish.
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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