Pescado Frito (Keto)
Pan-Fried Whole Fish with Keto Salad
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the fish is not breaded with flour or cornmeal, or ask for it pan-fried with minimal seasoning. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A whole fish (commonly tilapia) seasoned simply and pan-fried or deep-fried until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender. The fish itself is keto-friendly, provided it's not heavily breaded. All traditional starchy sides like rice, plantains, or tortillas must be omitted. Served with a simple green salad.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (tilapia), salt, pepper, garlic powder, lime juice, cooking oil (vegetable oil or olive oil). Side salad (lettuce, tomato, cucumber, oil and vinegar dressing).
How to make it keto
Confirm the fish is not breaded with flour or cornmeal, or ask for it pan-fried with minimal seasoning. Explicitly request no rice, no plantains, and no tortillas. Ask for a side salad with oil and vinegar dressing on the side.
Watch out for
Heavy flour or cornmeal breading; high-carb side dishes (rice, plantains, tortillas); sugary salad dressings.
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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