Pescado Blanco con Chirmol de Pepita de Calabaza (Keto)
White Fish with Pumpkin Seed Chirmol (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flaky white fish fillet, pan-seared or grilled to perfection, served generously topped with a distinctive Guatemalan 'chirmol de pepita de calabaza'. This unique salsa is made from toasted and finely ground pumpkin seeds, blended with fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a subtle hint of chile for a rich, nutty, and savory flavor.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., Tilapia, Snapper), raw pumpkin seeds (pepitoria), ripe Roma tomatoes, white onion, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, mild green chile (optional), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the chirmol is prepared fresh without any added sugars. Request no starchy side dishes like rice, plantains, or tortillas.
Watch out for
Pumpkin seeds contribute natural carbs (monitor portion size). Tomatoes and onions in the chirmol add some carbs. Hidden sugars in pre-made chirmol.
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.
More on the Guatemalan menuAll 1,212 Guatemalan dishes ›
