This weekend I decided to try my hand at cooking Keto Spicy Basa Fish (Cat Fish) . Where I live it is sold as frozen fillets that have been imported from Thailand and Vietnam.
It is also called as swai, bocourti and pangasius in some regions. Cat fish is a wonderful fish, as you will be shocked to know that it has zero carbs in it. What could be more wonderful? Basa is also very rich in protein and can be easily added to a Ketogenic diet. Since it is not very high in calories, it can be had in large quantities. The fish can be cooked by several methods.
Today I have made it in an Indian spicy style. Very few ingredients were required and the fish turned out to be absolutely delicious. All you need to do is ensure that the fish is fresh.
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 30 Minutes (Marinate For 2 Hours)
- Serves: 6
Keto Spicy Basa Fish
- 1.5 kg Basa Fish Fillets
- 3 medium sized raw eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup chopped fresh Coriander or Cilantro
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Red Chilly Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- 1.5 tsp Dry Mango powder/Amchoor, optional
- 2 tbsp fresh Garlic paste
- 5 tablespoon Coconut oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Keto Broccoli in Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup florets of Broccoli / about 100 to 150 gms
- 2 slices of Go Cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic powder (according to your taste)
- 1 tbsp Amul Butter
- ½ tsp dried Oregano
Keto Spicy Basa Fish
- Calories – 335
- Proteins -34 g
- Carbs – 2 g
- Fats – 20 g
- Potassium- 59 mg
Keto Broccoli in Cheese Sauce
- Calories – 252
- Proteins -9 g
- Carbs – 6 g
- Fats – 13 g
Keto Spicy Basa Fish Making Procedure
1. Rub fish pieces with salt, lemon juice and wash well. Pat dry.
2. Beat the eggs lightly.
3. Add fresh coriander, garlic paste, salt, red chili powder, dhania powder, amchoor powder and garam masala, to the eggs. Mix well.
4. Add the fish to this marinade and let it sit in the fridge for two to three hours.
5. Heat olive oil in a wok. Pick the fish pieces, leave the extra marinade behind and fry till golden. Keep it aside.
6. Heat another pan and add some more oil.
7. Add the fried fish to the pan and toss lightly.
8. Pour the remaining marinade on the fish. Cook covered on low heat for five to six minutes.
9. Turn once or twice
10. Serve hot with chopped coriander as garnish.
Tip: The recipe might seem very hot, but in fact the amchoor or dry mango powder is successful in cutting down the spice level to a large extent.
Priya’s Keto Broccoli in Cheese Sauce
The second recipe today is of Broccoli in an easy cheese sauce. In fact I had so much fish for lunch that I decided to go veg for dinner. This is my version of a quick and stir fried broccoli. Takes just ten minutes to make it.
- Prep time: 10 Minutes
- Cook time: 10 Minutes
- Serves: 1
Keto Broccoli in Cheese Sauce Making Procedure
1. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for five to seven minutes.
2. Drain and wash under cold water, to stop cooking.
3. In a pan heat the butter, add the oregano and garlic powder.
4. Add the cheese slices and cook for a minute or so on low heat.
5. Drop the broccoli and toss it nicely. Ensure that the florets are covered with the sauce.
6. Serve hot.
