Filete de Pescado a la Plancha
Grilled Fish Fillet with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no black beans, no plantains (maduros or tostones), no fries. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
A simple and healthy preparation of a white fish fillet (e.g., Tilapia, Cod, Snapper if not Pargo) grilled or pan-fried with olive oil, garlic, and citrus. Naturally keto-friendly, with modifications for the typical high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, olive oil, garlic, lime/lemon juice, salt, pepper, parsley.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no black beans, no plantains (maduros or tostones), no fries. Ask for a side of steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, green beans, spinach) with butter or olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Filete de Pescado a la Plancha, sin arroz, frijoles, plátanos ni papas fritas. Por favor, con vegetales al vapor como brócoli o ejotes, con mantequilla o aceite de oliva.
For the Filete de Pescado a la Plancha, no rice, beans, plantains, or fries. Serve with steamed low-carb veggies (broccoli/green beans) with butter/oil.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades (less common for fish). Sometimes served with sugary glazes or sauces (e.g., mango salsa), which should be avoided.
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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