Pescado Frito (Keto Fried Fish)
Keto Fried Whole Fish (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be fried without any flour or cornmeal breading. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Guatemalan dishes.
What it is
A whole fried fish (often Tilapia or Mojarra) cooked until crispy, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Modified to be keto by ensuring no flour or cornmeal breading, allowing the natural flavor of the fish to shine.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Tilapia, Mojarra), cooking oil (for frying), salt, pepper, garlic (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request the fish to be fried without any flour or cornmeal breading. If possible, ask for it to be grilled or pan-fried with just oil and seasonings. Request no rice, no beans, and a side salad with oil and vinegar dressing (no sweet dressing) or steamed vegetables.
Watch out for
The primary carb risk is the traditional breading (flour or cornmeal) used for frying. Side dishes like rice, beans, and tortillas are high in carbs and must be omitted. Some restaurants might use a sugary marinade for flavor, so inquire if possible.
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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