Pescado Entero a la Plancha with Keto Sides
Whole Pan-Seared Fish with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request no breading or flour on the fish. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A whole fish (such as Tilapia or Mojarra), simply seasoned and pan-seared or grilled to flaky perfection. Served with a side of steamed or grilled low-carb vegetables and a fresh slice of lime, entirely omitting high-carb accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Tilapia), olive oil or cooking oil, salt, pepper, garlic, lime. Side vegetables (e.g., broccoli, zucchini, green beans, chayote).
How to make it keto
Request no breading or flour on the fish. Specify pan-seared or grilled. Ask for steamed or grilled low-carb vegetables (like broccoli, green beans, asparagus, chayote) instead of rice, plantains, or tortillas.
Watch out for
Breading/flour, high-carb traditional sides (rice, plantains, tortillas, fries), sweet glazes or marinades.
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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