Mero a la Plancha
Grilled Grouper Fillet with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breading on the fish. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Venezuelan dishes.
What it is
A fresh grouper fillet, simply seasoned and grilled to perfection. Served with naturally keto-friendly sides instead of traditional starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Grouper fillet, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, keto-friendly side vegetables (e.g., steamed broccoli, asparagus, green salad).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breading on the fish. Confirm it's grilled or pan-fried with oil/butter only. Request specific keto-friendly sides (e.g., steamed green vegetables, avocado) and no yuca, tostones, rice, or potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Spanish)
El Mero a la Plancha, por favor. Sin apanar, solo a la plancha con aceite o mantequilla. Sin yuca, tostones, arroz o papas. ¿Puedo pedir vegetales verdes al vapor o aguacate?
Mero a la Plancha, please. No breading, only grilled or pan-fried with oil/butter. No yuca, tostones, rice, or potatoes. Can I have steamed green vegetables or avocado?
Watch out for
Breading on fish, carby side dishes, sugary marinades/sauces.
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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