Buche de Pescado en Salsa de Tomate y Pimentón (Keto)
Keto Fish Maw in Tomato and Bell Pepper Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar is added to the sauce, as tomato sauces can sometimes contain sweeteners. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A unique Nicaraguan dish featuring fish maw (swim bladder) cooked in a vibrant, savory sauce made from fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Modified to be keto by ensuring no added sugars or starchy thickeners in the sauce, served with steamed keto vegetables.
Key ingredients
Fish maw, fresh ripe tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, yellow onions, garlic, fresh cilantro, cooking oil (e.g., olive oil), fish broth, salt, black pepper, side of steamed green beans.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar is added to the sauce, as tomato sauces can sometimes contain sweeteners. Request no rice or other starchy side dishes.
Watch out for
Sugary sauces, starchy thickeners in the sauce. Ensure no high-carb accompaniments.
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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