Best Keto Fish Recipes by Priya Dogra

Last updated on July 15, 2023

Craving a perfectly crispy, golden fish that will satisfy your taste buds?

You’re at the right place.

Cooking up a delicious and Keto-friendly fish recipe is easier than you think. With just a few simple ingredients and 15 minutes of your time, you can have a tender, juicy fish dish that fits perfectly within your low-carb diet.

Fish recipes are not only incredibly tasty but also highly beneficial for your health. Packed with protein, low in calories and cholesterol, and loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, fish is a fantastic choice for those following a Keto lifestyle.

If you’re feeling a bit hesitant about cooking fish, don’t worry! It’s much simpler than it seems. By giving a few fish recipes a try, you’ll quickly build your confidence and start enjoying the process.

And if you prefer a little guidance, I’ve got you covered with my easy Keto fish recipes and step-by-step preparation methods. You’ll be amazed at how easy and rewarding it can be!

So, the next time you’re planning to cook fish, let these recipes be your trusted companions. They’re designed to be effortless and take only 15–20 minutes to whip up.

Whether you choose to bake the fish in the oven or cook it in a pan with a medley of tasty ingredients, these recipes will fit seamlessly into even the busiest of days.

1. Fish Molly

Keto Fish Molly is absolutely Indian, yummy and so comforting recipe. You cannot go much wrong while cooking it. Even my teenage daughter would be able to manage this. You can have this fish like a soup or try it with Keto buns or Keto bread. I had it like soup, and I was full for a long time.

• 500 gm Rohu Fish without bones
• 50 gm Onions finely chopped
• 1 tsp Ginger paste
• 2 green Cardamom small
• 1 tsp Garlic paste
• ½ tsp Cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp Cloves powder
• 1 tsp Black Pepper powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric / Haldi powder
• 1 tbsp Vinegar or Juice of 1 lime
• 10 tsp Coconut oil
• 100 ml Coconut Milk
• Salt / Pink Salt to taste
• A few curry leaves (optional)
• 2 slit Green Chilies (optional)

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2. Fish Pie

I got inspiration for my Keto Fish Pie from Martina’s blog, and I thank her for it. Apart from being delicious, the fish pie is also high in omega 3 fatty acids and is a great source of potassium and magnesium.

• 600 gm Cauliflower cut in florets
• 150 gm chopped Spring onions with the greens
• 60 gm chopped Red Onion
• 200 ml Amul fresh cream
• 6 cubes of grated Amul Cheese (Parmesan will also do)
• 20 gm of Amul Butter
• 6 hard-boiled Eggs
• 1 tsp Mustard Powder
• 350 gm Rohu fish (locally called Malli) Any boneless fish with skin will do
• 1 tsp Black Pepper Powder
• ¼ tsp Nutmeg powder
• 50 ml or half a cup melted Ghee
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 Cloves
• ½ tsp Garam Masala
• ½ Cup chopped Coriander for garnish
• Salt to taste

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3. Fish in Tomato Gravy

This fish delightful recipe is easy to make and is devoid of onions, turmeric, and ginger. Normally this fish curry is eaten with rice, but you can try it with toasted Keto Bread and it will taste absolutely divine. I have used “Malli” fish for this recipe, as it is easily available where I live. But you can replace it with any fish you like and adjust the macros accordingly.

• 1 kg Raw fish cut in small pieces of about 2 inch (5.08 cm) size

For the marinade

• 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
• 2 tsp Cumin/Zeera powder
• 2 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Red Chilli powder (optional)
• 2 tsp Coriander/ Dhania powder

For the gravy

• 250 ml Tomato purée, fresh if possible
• 8 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Garlic paste, fresh if possible
• ½ tsp Chilli powder (optional)
• 1 tsp Garam Masala powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 2 drops of Stevia
• Half a tsp or about 10 g of dried fenugreek leaves or Kasoori methi
• Chopped fresh coriander and green chilies for garnish.

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4. Lemon Butter Sauce Fish

The major highlight of the Keto Lemon Butter Sauce Fish is the browned butter. Browning the butter adds a nutty aroma to the sauce and thickens the same. It pairs well with a dash of lemon.

• Finely Ground Pepper As per taste
• Fresh Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon
• Salt As per taste
• Unsalted Butter 60 grams or 4 tablespoons
• Oil 2 tablespoons
• Pepper As per taste
• Thin White Fish Fillets 2 (120 to 150 grams each)
• Almond Flour 2 tablespoons
• Finely Chopped Parsley (Optional) As per taste
• Lemon Wedges As per taste

• Energy  – 393 kcal
• Cholesterol – 127 milligrams
• Potassium – 518 milligrams
• Protein 31 – grams
• Sodium – 464 milligrams
• Total Carlos – 3.1 grams
• Dietary Fiber –  0.1 grams
• Sugars – 0.1 grams
• Total Fats – 28 grams
• Saturated Fat – 9.2 grams
• Trans Fat – 0.5 grams
• Polyunsaturated Fat – 5.1 grams
• Monounsaturated Fat – 11 grams

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5. Italian Grilled Fish

Keto Italian Grilled Fish can be grilled in a microwave with convection functions, in a tandoor or even in a heavy based grill pan with a lid. The fish has a delicate balance of flavors that seep right into it. If you have a problem with the smell of fish, let me tell you, this fish does not smell at all. I served this fish with grilled vegetables like capsicum, beans, baby corn and broccoli to my family.

• 1 kg King Fish, cut into neat fillets
• 4 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 tsp Thyme, dried
• 2 tsp Rosemary, dried
• 1 tsp Paprika powder
• Pink Salt
• Table Salt

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6. Amritsari Fish Fry

This fish recipe called Keto Amritsari Fish Fry originates from the city, hence the name. You can eat it as a full meal, as a snack or even for breakfast. The recipe can be made with any fleshy, boneless fish. Do not miss the carom seeds. They are most essential for this dish.

• 500 gm King Fish cut in fingers
• 1/2 cup Gram Flour, if it doesn’t fit in your macros use Almond flour!
• 1 tbsp Red Chilli (to taste)
• 1 tsp Carom Seeds
• 1 tsp Ginger paste
• 1 tsp Garlic Paste
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Chaat Masala, optional
• 10 tbsp Olive Oil to deep-fry
• 2 Lemon wedges
• Salt to taste

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7. Baked Fish

Keto Baked Fish is delicious and different from other fish that are listed above. You can use any fish for the recipe, I have used Sol, which is a fresh river fish.

Ingredients

• 275 gm King Fish
• 3 tsp Ghee
• 0.50 tsp Cumin seed
• 2 tsp Lime juice
• 15 gms Garlic Cloves or Garlic paste
• 2 dried Red Chillies
• ½ tsp Turmeric Powder
• ½ tsp whole Fennel seeds
• ½ tsp whole Coriander seeds
• 100 gm Homemade Greek Yogurt
• White Salt according to taste
• Pink Salt according to taste

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8. Spicy Basa Fish

Keto Spicy Basa Fish is 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. Very few ingredients are required to make it. Its recipe will turn out to be absolutely delicious. All you need to do is ensure that the fish is fresh.

Ingredients

• 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

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