Tiradito
Sliced Fish in Chili Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit any corn or sweet potato. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thinly sliced raw fish, similar to sashimi, bathed in a vibrant, often creamy, spicy sauce typically made with aji amarillo or rocoto peppers, lime juice, and sometimes a touch of fish stock.
Key ingredients
Raw fish (e.g., tuna, mahi-mahi), lime juice, aji amarillo or rocoto paste, garlic, cilantro, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request to omit any corn or sweet potato. Inquire if the sauce contains any sugar or thickeners (e.g., flour, cornstarch) and request omission if possible.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Tiradito, por favor sin choclo ni camote. ¿La salsa lleva azúcar o algún espesante como harina? Si es así, ¿se podría omitir?
For the Tiradito, please no corn or sweet potato. Does the sauce have sugar or thickeners like flour? If so, please omit.
Watch out for
Corn, sweet potato. Sauces can sometimes contain a small amount of fruit juice, sugar, or starch thickeners.
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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