Pescado Frito con Salsa Tártara (Estilo Keto)
Fried Fish with Tartar Sauce (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request no breading (sin empanizar) on the fish. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Costa Rican dishes.
What it is
A crispy, pan-fried or deep-fried fish fillet, prepared without traditional breading, served with a creamy and tangy homemade tartar sauce (modified for keto to ensure no sugar).
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., Tilapia, Corvina), cooking oil (e.g., vegetable oil), salt, black pepper. For tartar sauce: Mayonnaise, chopped pickles/gherkins, capers, fresh dill/parsley, lemon juice, onion powder.
How to make it keto
CRUCIALLY, request no breading (sin empanizar) on the fish. Confirm the tartar sauce is mayonnaise-based and contains no added sugar. Omit all high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Most restaurants bread fried fish. Pre-made tartar sauces often contain sugar. Typically served with rice, beans, or plantains.
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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