Pescado en Crema (Estilo Keto)
Fish Fillet in Cream Sauce with Mushrooms (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the cream sauce is not thickened with flour, cornstarch, or other high-carb agents. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A tender fish fillet (commonly mojarra or tilapia) delicately poached or pan-seared, then served immersed in a luxurious and savory cream sauce, often enriched with sautéed mushrooms and aromatic herbs.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet (e.g., mojarra, tilapia), heavy cream, mushrooms, white onion, garlic, fresh cilantro, cooking oil or butter, fish broth, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure the cream sauce is not thickened with flour, cornstarch, or other high-carb agents. Request no starchy vegetables in the sauce. Serve with a side of sautéed asparagus, broccoli, or spinach instead of rice or other carb-heavy accompaniments.
Watch out for
Flour/cornstarch thickeners in the cream sauce, sugary elements in the sauce, starchy side dishes (rice, tortillas).
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 ›
