Pescado en Escabeche (Keto)
Pickled Fish (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the escabeche marinade. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flaky fish fillets, typically pan-seared or lightly fried without breading, then marinated in a vibrant, tangy escabeche sauce. This marinade is made with olive oil, white vinegar, slivered red onions, bell peppers, garlic, and Dominican spices. Served cold.
Key ingredients
Fish fillets (e.g., kingfish, snapper), olive oil, white vinegar, red onions, bell peppers (red, green), garlic, oregano, bay leaf, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no sugar is added to the escabeche marinade. Ensure the fish is not breaded if fried. Request no starchy sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the pickling liquid or marinade are the primary carb risk. Some natural sugars from onions and peppers.
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.