Pescado en Salsa Roja (A la Plancha, Sin Víveres)
Grilled Fish in Red Criolla Sauce (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: specify 'a la plancha' (grilled) or 'sin empanar' (unbreaded) for the fish. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
Fresh white fish fillet (e.g., pargo, chillo) grilled or pan-seared without breading, then topped with a rich, savory criolla red sauce made from tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs. A flavorful and satisfying main course, traditionally served without starchy sides for a keto meal.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., snapper, cod), olive oil, tomato paste, bell peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, oregano, vinegar, salt, black pepper, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Specify 'a la plancha' (grilled) or 'sin empanar' (unbreaded) for the fish. Request 'sin víveres' and 'sin arroz'. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Fish may be breaded, hidden sugars in the sauce, traditional high-carb 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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