Pescado en Mantequilla
Fish in Butter Sauce (Cuban Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cuban dishes.
What it is
A simple yet elegant dish of fresh fish fillets pan-seared or baked and generously bathed in a rich butter sauce, often enhanced with garlic, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime or lemon juice. A delicious and naturally keto option.
Key ingredients
Fish fillets, butter, garlic, fresh herbs, lime or lemon juice
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used to thicken the butter sauce. Request no carby sides like rice, plantains, or potatoes.
Watch out for
Sometimes restaurants might add a small amount of flour to butter sauces for emulsification; confirm it's pure butter/oil. Ensure no carby sides are served.
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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