Caldo de Pescado
Fish Broth
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Puerto Rican dishes.
What it is
A simple, clear and savory broth made from fish bones, heads, and trimmings, simmered with aromatics like garlic, onions, and cilantro. Sometimes served with small chunks of fish. It's a light, flavorful starter.
Key ingredients
Fish bones/trimmings, water, olive oil, garlic, onion, cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no root vegetables (like yautía, malanga, potato) or rice are added. Confirm no starchy thickeners are used. Ask for extra olive oil or butter for added fat.
Watch out for
Added root vegetables for thickening or flavor; starchy thickeners; vegetable oil choices.
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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