Filete de Pescado Frito (Estilo Cubano, sin Empanizar)
Fried Fish Fillet (Cuban Style, Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be prepared WITHOUT any flour or breading. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
A fresh white fish fillet (e.g., mahi-mahi, snapper) simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic, then pan-fried in olive oil until perfectly golden and crispy. Served unbreaded to be naturally keto-friendly, often accompanied by fresh lemon wedges or a side of keto mojo.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (mahi-mahi, snapper), olive oil, garlic powder (or fresh minced garlic), salt, black pepper, lemon wedges (for serving).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the fish to be prepared WITHOUT any flour or breading. Confirm it's fried in olive oil or another keto-friendly oil.
Watch out for
Standard breading (flour/cornmeal), frying in high-carb oils (e.g., vegetable oil blends with soy/corn), high-carb side dishes.
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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