Pescado a la Plancha o Frito (sin harina)
Pan-Seared or Keto-Fried Fish (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: crucial to confirm NO traditional flour breading ('empanizado'). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole fish or fillets (often snapper or mahi-mahi) pan-seared 'a la plancha' with garlic and herbs, or lightly fried without traditional flour breading. Served crisp and flavorful without starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, garlic, lime juice, olive oil or cooking oil, salt, pepper, herbs (e.g., cilantro, parsley).
How to make it keto
Crucial to confirm NO traditional flour breading ('empanizado'). Request pan-seared ('a la plancha') or, if fried, ask for no flour or a keto-friendly alternative (e.g., almond flour, pork rinds if available, but plain is safest). Ask for no starchy sides like rice or plantains.
Watch out for
The primary risk is traditional flour breading. Also, watch for sugary sauces or accompanying 'mojos' (sauces).
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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