Pescado a la Plancha (sin empanizar)
Pan-Seared Fish Fillet (unbreaded) with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: confirm 'sin empanizar' (without breading) and 'a la plancha' (grilled/pan-seared). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A fresh fish fillet (e.g., tilapia, snapper) pan-seared or grilled with garlic, lime, and herbs. This keto-friendly preparation is explicitly unbreaded and served with a generous portion of sautéed low-carb vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and onions, cooked in healthy fats. Omission of rice, beans, or tortillas is critical.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, salt, pepper. Sautéed bell peppers, zucchini, onion, cooking oil/butter.
How to make it keto
Confirm 'sin empanizar' (without breading) and 'a la plancha' (grilled/pan-seared). Ensure no high-carb sauces or garnishes. Request no rice, beans, or tortillas. Verify vegetables are low-carb and cooked without starch/sugar.
Watch out for
Breading/flour if not specified. Sugary marinades or sauces. Starchy side vegetables if not specified.
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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