Is fried fish (battered) keto?

Fried fish (battered)

Not keto No — fried fish (battered) is not keto-friendly.

Beer batter or breading adds about 18 g net carbs to a single fillet, and the fries alongside add far more. Grilled or blackened fish is the keto version.

Nutrition per serving

1 fillet (4 oz) · 113 g
Net carbs
18g
Calories
247kcal
Protein
15g
Fat
12g
Total carbs
19 g
Fiber
1 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 91%

About 31.3 g of fried fish (battered) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 28% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for fried fish (battered)
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories247 kcal219 kcal
Total carbohydrate19 g17 g
Dietary fiber1 g0.9 g
Net carbs18 g16 g
Sugars 0.5 g 0.5 g
Protein15 g13 g
Fat12 g11 g

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Frequently asked questions

Is fried fish (battered) keto?

No — fried fish (battered) is not keto-friendly. Beer batter or breading adds about 18 g net carbs to a single fillet, and the fries alongside add far more. Grilled or blackened fish is the keto version.

How many net carbs are in fried fish (battered)?

1 fillet (4 oz) (113 g) of fried fish (battered) has about 18 g net carbs (19 g total carbs minus 1 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 16 g net carbs.

How much fried fish (battered) can I eat on keto?

About 31.3 g of fried fish (battered) adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 28% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 91% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for fried fish (battered)?

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Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy #169846): Restaurant, family style, fish fillet, battered or breaded, fried. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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