Pescado Entero al Pilón (Keto, Sin Arroz ni Plátano)
Whole Fish 'Al Pilón' Style (Keto, No Rice or Plantain)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice, plantains, or yuca. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Nicaraguan dishes.
What it is
A whole fresh fish (e.g., Tilapia or Red Snapper) seasoned generously with a rustic paste of garlic, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and herbs, then grilled or baked to perfection. 'Al Pilón' refers to the traditional method of preparing the seasoning in a mortar.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, garlic, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, herbs
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice, plantains, or yuca. Ensure the seasoning paste does not contain any added sugar or thickeners.
Watch out for
The 'pilón' seasoning can include a significant amount of tomatoes and onions. Confirm no sugar is added to the seasoning or marinade. Restaurant portions of vegetables can contribute to total carbs.
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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