Paksiw na Isda
Fish in Vinegar Stew
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Filipino dishes.
What it is
A simple and tangy Filipino dish featuring whole fish (like Tilapia or Milkfish) stewed in vinegar, ginger, garlic, and usually a few green chilies and eggplant. It's naturally low in carbs and high in protein and healthy fats from the fish.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Tilapia, Milkfish), vinegar, ginger, garlic, green chilies, eggplant, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
No specific modifications usually needed, but always confirm no sugar is added.
Watch out for
Very low risk. Some recipes might add a tiny pinch of sugar to balance the acidity, but it's not traditional.
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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