Pescado Frito Entero (Keto, Sin Acompañamientos)
Whole Fried Fish (Keto, No Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly state no breading or flour dredge. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Mexican dishes.
What it is
A whole fish (e.g., Red Snapper, Tilapia) deep-fried until crispy golden brown, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Served without any starchy sides like rice, beans, or fries, and without tortillas. A squeeze of fresh lime is common.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Red Snapper, Tilapia), Frying oil (vegetable oil or lard), Salt, Pepper, Lime wedges.
How to make it keto
Explicitly state no breading or flour dredge. Confirm only salt and pepper seasoning. Request no rice, beans, fries, or tortillas. Ask for extra lime and a side of sliced avocado or a simple green salad.
Watch out for
Often dredged in flour before frying, so must confirm no breading. Served with high-carb sides by default. Frying oils can be inflammatory but not carb-heavy.
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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