Caldo de Pescado (Sin Carbohidratos)
Fish Broth Soup (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
A simple yet deeply flavorful Paraguayan fish broth, focusing on the essence of fresh river fish (such as pacú or surubí). The clear, savory broth is gently seasoned with herbs and finely diced low-carb vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and garlic. It is served hot and comforting, explicitly without any rice, noodles, mandioca, or potatoes, making it naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
River fish fillets (e.g., Pacú, Surubí), fish broth, onions, bell peppers, garlic, fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Crucially confirm the omission of any rice, mandioca, potatoes, or other starchy additions. Ensure no hidden sugars in the broth or seasoning.
Watch out for
Common additions of rice, mandioca, or potatoes. Higher carb vegetables like carrots in the broth. Sugary fish sauce or bouillon cubes.
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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