Pescado Frito (with Keto Green Salad)
Fried Whole Fish with Keto Green Salad
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, no plantains (tostones, fritos), no yuca. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole, usually Red Snapper or Tilapia, deep-fried until crispy. Traditionally served with high-carb sides, this keto-modified version replaces them with a large side salad of mixed greens, tomato, and cucumber, dressed with olive oil and vinegar. The fish is seasoned with garlic, oregano, and lime.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Red Snapper), frying oil (vegetable or corn oil common in restaurants), lime, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper. Side salad: lettuce, tomato, cucumber, olive oil, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, no plantains (tostones, fritos), no yuca. Confirm no sugar in seasoning/marinade. Request a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar, no sugary dressing or croutons.
Watch out for
Heavy flour/cornstarch breading if used, hidden sugars in seasoning, high-carb sides (must be omitted).
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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