Nilagang Isda (with Pechay and Tomatoes)
Boiled Fish with Bok Choy and Tomatoes
Yes, with a tweak: strictly no starchy vegetables like potatoes, corn, or taro. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A light and wholesome soup featuring fresh whole or filleted fish (such as Tilapia or Bangus) gently boiled in a clear, savory broth with simple aromatics like onion and tomato, then finished with leafy greens like pechay (bok choy) or cabbage.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., Tilapia, Bangus), onion, tomato, pechay (bok choy) or cabbage, water/fish broth, fish sauce, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Strictly no starchy vegetables like potatoes, corn, or taro. Ensure the broth is clear and free of thickeners or added sugars.
Watch out for
Any accidental inclusion of starchy vegetables. Hidden sugars in fish sauce if heavily processed.
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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