Pescado a la Plancha o Asado con Ensalada
Pan-Seared or Grilled Fish with Salad
Yes, with a tweak: specify *no breading* (sin empanizar/sin rebozar) and request grilling (a la plancha/asado). About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole fish or fillet, pan-seared or grilled to avoid breading. Served simply with a fresh green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables, omitting the usual rice and plantains.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Tilapia) or fillet (e.g., Snapper), olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper. Green salad (lettuce, cucumber, tomato with oil/vinegar).
How to make it keto
Specify *no breading* (sin empanizar/sin rebozar) and request grilling (a la plancha/asado). Omit rice, beans, or fried plantains. Ask for a simple salad or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Fish might be dusted with flour or fully breaded. Sauces or dressings can contain sugar. Ensure no high-carb sides are mistakenly included.
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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