Pescado a la Plancha con Salsa Verde
Pan-Seared Fish with Green Herb Sauce
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Paraguayan dishes.
What it is
A fresh white fish fillet, often surubí or dorado, pan-seared or grilled until perfectly cooked. It is then generously topped with a vibrant 'salsa verde' made from fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet (e.g., surubí, dorado), olive oil, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the fish is cooked without any flour dredging or breading. Request no starchy side dishes (e.g., rice, potatoes, mandioca). Confirm the salsa verde is freshly made and contains no added sugars or thickeners.
Watch out for
Flour in fish coating, sugary additives in pre-made sauces, traditional high-carb side dishes.
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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