How many carbs are in keto fish and chips?

This recipe makes 4 servings, each with 6.4g net carbs (11.2g total carbs minus 4.8g fiber), 512 calories, 41g protein, and 34g fat.

What can I use instead of potatoes for keto chips?

Rutabaga is the closest low-carb stand-in, roasting up golden with a fry-like texture. Zucchini, turnip, or celery root also work, though celery root is slightly higher in carbs so use it sparingly.

Why use pork rinds in the batter?

Crushed pork rinds replace wheat flour breadcrumbs to deliver a genuinely crispy, golden crust with zero carbs. Mixed with almond flour they crisp up beautifully without going soggy.

Keto Fish And Chips: 6.4g Net Carbs

Name: Keto Fish And Chips
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients: 1.5 lb cod fillets, cut into 4 portions and patted dry; 1.5 lb rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch fries; 3/4 cup crushed pork rinds; 1/2 cup almond flour; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp olive oil (for the fries); 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp dill pickle, finely diced; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1 tbsp lemon juice, plus wedges to serve; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Keto Fish And Chips

Crispy almond-and-pork-rind battered cod over golden roasted rutabaga fries, with a tangy lemon-dill tartar sauce. This pub favorite goes low-carb at just 6.4g net carbs per serving and lands on the table in about 50 minutes total.

Jordan Lee

Head of Nutrition · June 18, 2026

20 min

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready in

Servings

Intermediate

Difficulty

Nutrition per serving

6.4g

Net carbs

4.8g

Fiber

11.2g

Total carbs

41g

Protein

34g

Fats

512

Calories

Per serving · makes 4. Values are estimates; brands vary.

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Classic British pub fish and chips, fully reimagined for keto. Crispy pork-rind-crusted cod and golden roasted rutabaga fries deliver all the comfort without the carb crash.

Ingredients

1.5 lb cod fillets, cut into 4 portions and patted dry

1.5 lb rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch fries

3/4 cup crushed pork rinds

1/2 cup almond flour

2 large eggs, beaten

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

2 tbsp olive oil (for the fries)

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp dill pickle, finely diced

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice, plus wedges to serve

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425F. Toss rutabaga fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper, spread on a parchment-lined sheet in a single layer, and roast 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.

Meanwhile, make the tartar sauce: stir together mayonnaise, diced pickle, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and chill until serving.

Set up a breading station: beaten eggs in one bowl, and crushed pork rinds, almond flour, paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt mixed in another.

Season the cod, dip each piece in egg, then press firmly into the pork rind mixture to coat all sides.

Heat a thin layer of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry the cod 3-4 minutes per side until the crust is deep golden and the fish flakes easily, about 6-8 minutes total.

Serve the crispy cod with the rutabaga fries, tartar sauce, and lemon wedges.

Tips & notes

Rutabaga makes the best low-carb fry here, but you can swap in zucchini fries (roast hotter and shorter) or turnip for an even milder flavor.

For extra crunch, finish the breaded cod under the broiler for 1-2 minutes instead of pan-frying, or use an air fryer at 400F for 10-12 minutes.

Store leftovers separately in the fridge up to 3 days. Re-crisp the fish and fries in a 400F oven or air fryer rather than the microwave.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in keto fish and chips?: This recipe makes 4 servings, each with 6.4g net carbs (11.2g total carbs minus 4.8g fiber), 512 calories, 41g protein, and 34g fat.
What can I use instead of potatoes for keto chips?: Rutabaga is the closest low-carb stand-in, roasting up golden with a fry-like texture. Zucchini, turnip, or celery root also work, though celery root is slightly higher in carbs so use it sparingly.
Why use pork rinds in the batter?: Crushed pork rinds replace wheat flour breadcrumbs to deliver a genuinely crispy, golden crust with zero carbs. Mixed with almond flour they crisp up beautifully without going soggy.