Pescado Frito (Fried Fish, No Rice/Tortillas)
Whole Fried Fish with Keto Green Salad and Avocado
Yes, with a tweak: ensure the fish is not breaded with flour or cornmeal (though typically it's just seasoned and fried). About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A whole fish, typically tilapia or mojarra, seasoned and deep-fried until crispy. Modified by requesting no starchy sides and opting for a simple salad and avocado.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., tilapia, mojarra), salt, pepper, garlic powder, frying oil (e.g., vegetable, corn, or soy blend). Modified to include green salad and avocado.
How to make it keto
Ensure the fish is not breaded with flour or cornmeal (though typically it's just seasoned and fried). Request no rice, no beans, no tortillas, and no plantains. Ask for a side of avocado or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar dressing.
Watch out for
The fish itself is keto, but restaurants sometimes use a light flour dredge. Frying oil quality. Accompaniments are usually high-carb.
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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