Mojarra Frita (Pan-Seared Whole Tilapia with Keto Sides)
Pan-Seared Whole Tilapia with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request pan-seared or grilled with no breading (cornmeal or flour). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A whole tilapia, traditionally deep-fried until crispy. For a keto diet, it is essential to request it pan-seared or grilled with minimal to no breading, and served with non-starchy sides like a simple green salad or steamed vegetables instead of rice, plantains, or tortillas.
Key ingredients
Whole tilapia, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil, vegetable oil), salt, pepper, garlic powder, lime. Sides: mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, olive oil, vinegar.
How to make it keto
Request pan-seared or grilled with no breading (cornmeal or flour). Ask for a side salad (oil & vinegar dressing) or steamed low-carb vegetables instead of rice, fried plantains, or tortillas.
Watch out for
Heavy breading (often cornmeal or wheat flour), starchy side dishes (rice, plantains, tortillas), sugary salad dressings.
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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