Chilorio de Pescado
Flaked Fish in Ancho Chile Sauce (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: request no tortillas, rice, or beans. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A regional specialty, featuring tender, flaked white fish (traditionally mackerel or cod) cooked slowly in a rich, savory, and slightly tangy sauce made from rehydrated ancho chiles, garlic, onion, and various spices.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., cod, mackerel, tilapia), ancho chiles, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, a touch of apple cider vinegar, lard or avocado oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no tortillas, rice, or beans. Verify that the chile sauce contains no added sugar, honey, or starchy thickeners.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in the chile sauce for sweetness, starchy thickeners. Carby accompaniments (tortillas, rice, beans) if not specified for omission.
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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