Pescado Encocado
Fish in Coconut Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit all traditional high-carb sides (rice, patacones/fried plantains). About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ecuadorian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Fresh white fish (often whole or fillet) simmered in a rich, creamy, and intensely flavorful sauce made from coconut milk, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and cilantro.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., corvina, snapper), coconut milk, onions, bell peppers, garlic, cilantro, achiote oil, salt, cumin.
How to make it keto
Request to omit all traditional high-carb sides (rice, patacones/fried plantains). Inquire if any sugar is added to the sauce, and if so, ask to omit it, though traditional recipes usually don't include it. Focus on the fish and the sauce.
Watch out for
Rice, patacones/fried plantains. Hidden sugars in the sauce (though less common in authentic versions). The onions and peppers in the sauce base contribute natural sugars, especially in a generous restaurant portion of sauce.
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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