Pescado Encebollado (Pescado Blanco)
White Fish with Sautéed Onions (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar added to the onions (some restaurants might caramelize with sugar); served with a side salad or steamed green vegetables instead of rice or plantains. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Pan-fried or baked white fish (such as snapper or cod) generously topped with a rich layer of tender, slow-sautéed yellow onions, seasoned with lime, garlic, and Cuban spices. Request without high-carb side dishes.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, yellow onions, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, cumin, oregano.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar added to the onions (some restaurants might caramelize with sugar); served with a side salad or steamed green vegetables instead of rice or plantains.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in caramelized onions, high-carb traditional sides.
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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