Pescado Seco con Yuyo
Dried Fish with Seaweed
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Peruvian dishes.
What it is
A traditional coastal dish featuring dried, salted fish (often a type of flatfish or small shark) rehydrated and cooked, often with edible seaweed (yuyo). It's a very rustic and naturally low-carb preparation.
Key ingredients
Dried salted fish, edible seaweed (yuyo), onion, garlic, olive oil, aji amarillo (optional, can be spicy), salt (use sparingly due to dried fish), pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no high-carb sides like rice or potatoes.
Watch out for
Served with high-carb sides.
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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