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Italian keto guide

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Italian food
459 dishes169 keto as served160 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Italian cuisine is easily adaptable for keto dieters willing to make conscious substitutions and avoid traditional carb staples.

Top ingredients

Excellent traditional keto ingredients include olive oil, cured meats (prosciutto, salami), various cheeses (Parmesan, Pecorino, mozzarella), fresh fish, seafood, beef, chicken, eggs, and non-starchy vegetables like spinach, broccoli rabe, zucchini, and eggplant.

Danger zones

The biggest carb traps are pasta, pizza, risotto, bread products, sugary tomato sauces, flour-thickened sauces, and all traditional desserts.

Best for

This cuisine works best for adaptable keto dieters who can focus on meat, fish, cheese, and vegetable-based dishes, avoiding starches and sugars.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Italian restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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Bistecca alla Fiorentina
Florentine Steak
A thick-cut, traditionally T-bone or porterhouse steak, typically seared rare to medium-rare over high heat, s…
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1 net2 total1 fibre90 protein70 fat1000 kcal
Quaglie al Forno con Pancetta
Baked Quails with Pancetta
Whole quails, typically two per serving, roasted until golden brown and succulent, often wrapped in or served …
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1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Acciughe Marinate
Marinated Anchovies
Fresh anchovies marinated in olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), garlic, and parsley. A classic antipasto, na…
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2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein28 fat380 kcal
Agnello Scottadito
Grilled Lamb Chops
Small, thin lamb chops (often rib or loin), typically grilled over coals until perfectly charred and juicy, se…
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2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein90 fat1105 kcal
Bresaola con Rucola e Grana Padano
Air-Dried Beef with Arugula and Grana Padano
Thinly sliced, air-dried cured beef (bresaola) served as a refreshing appetizer, accompanied by fresh peppery …
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2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein30 fat450 kcal
Costata di Vitello alla Milanese (Non Impanata)
Veal Chop, Milanese Style (Unbreaded)
A thick, tender veal chop, traditionally breaded in Milanese style, but prepared unbreaded (grilled or pan-fri…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
Costoletta di Vitello alla Griglia con Contorni Keto
Grilled Veal Chop with Keto Sides
A thick, bone-in veal chop grilled to perfection, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, served with a side of …
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2 net3 total1 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Costolette di Agnello alla Griglia con Erbette
Grilled Lamb Chops with Herbs
Succulent lamb chops, grilled to your preferred doneness, seasoned simply with fresh Mediterranean herbs like …
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein55 fat720 kcal
Costolette di Cervo alla Griglia
Grilled Venison Chops (with Keto Sides)
Venison chops, simply grilled to highlight their rich, gamey flavor. Often served with a simple herb rub or a …
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2 net4 total2 fibre65 protein45 fat700 kcal
Costolette di Maiale alla Griglia
Grilled Pork Chops
Thick-cut pork chops seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and Mediterranean herbs like rosemary or sage, then gr…
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2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein60 fat850 kcal
Faraona al Forno
Roasted Guinea Fowl
Whole or half guinea fowl, roasted to perfection, often seasoned simply with olive oil, herbs, and lemon.…
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2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein45 fat700 kcal
Fegato d'Agnello Grigliato
Grilled Lamb Liver (with Keto Sides)
Fresh lamb liver, simply grilled to perfection, often with just olive oil, salt, pepper, and sometimes a squee…
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2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein25 fat450 kcal
Orata al Forno con Erbe
Baked Sea Bream with Herbs and Olive Oil
A whole sea bream (or fillets) expertly baked until flaky and moist, infused with the flavors of fresh herbs (…
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Sardine al Forno con Origano e Limone
Baked Sardines with Oregano and Lemon
Fresh sardines, seasoned with oregano, lemon slices, and extra virgin olive oil, then baked until tender and f…
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2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Sogliola al Limone
Pan-Seared Sole with Lemon Butter Sauce
Delicate fillets of sole lightly pan-seared until perfectly golden and flaky. The fish is then finished with a…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein35 fat550 kcal
Tonno alla Griglia
Grilled Tuna Steak
A substantial, thick-cut tuna steak, typically seared to a perfect rare or medium-rare, showcasing its firm, m…
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2 net3 total1 fibre75 protein16 fat460 kcal
Trippa Saltata (Senza Panatura)
Pan-Seared Tripe (Unbreaded)
Tripe (typically beef stomach) that has been pre-boiled until tender, then sliced and pan-seared until crispy.…
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2 net3 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
Brodo di Manzo con Stracciatella
Beef Broth with Egg Drop
A classic Italian clear beef broth with a delicate 'stracciatella' (little rags) of whisked eggs and grated Pa…
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3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein15 fat250 kcal
Coniglio in Porchetta (Senza Pane)
Rabbit Roasted 'Porchetta Style' (No Bread Stuffing)
A traditional central Italian preparation where a rabbit is deboned, flattened, stuffed with aromatic herbs (r…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Pollo al Diavola
Devil's Chicken (Spicy Roasted Chicken)
A whole or half chicken flattened and grilled or roasted until crispy, seasoned intensely with chili flakes, g…
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3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein42 fat680 kcal
Porchetta (Senza Contorni Carboidrati)
Slow-Roasted Pork Belly & Loin (with Keto Sides)
A classic Italian preparation of boneless pork roast, typically a whole pig or a large cut of pork belly and l…
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3 net5 total2 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
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Alici Fritte (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Fresh Anchovies (Unbreaded)
Fresh anchovies lightly fried in olive oil until crispy and golden, seasoned simply with salt and lemon. Tradi…
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0 net0 total0 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
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Costata di Vitello al Burro e Salvia
Veal Chop with Butter and Sage
A substantial bone-in veal chop (costata) pan-seared or grilled to perfection, then finished with a simple yet…
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0 net0 total0 fibre60 protein105 fat1200 kcal
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Orata alla Griglia con Olio e Limone
Grilled Sea Bream with Olive Oil and Lemon
Whole sea bream, gutted and scaled, expertly grilled to perfection, then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil …
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0 net0 total0 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
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Carpaccio di Tonno o Spada
Tuna or Swordfish Carpaccio
Delicately thin slices of raw, high-quality tuna or swordfish, impeccably fresh, typically dressed simply with…
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1 net1 total0 fibre40 protein20 fat350 kcal
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Costata di Manzo alla Griglia
Grilled Ribeye Steak
A generously thick-cut ribeye steak, grilled to your preferred doneness and seasoned simply with salt and pepp…
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1 net1 total0 fibre85 protein70 fat1000 kcal
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Costoletta di Maiale alla Milanese (Non Impanata)
Pork Cutlet Milanese Style (Unbreaded)
A thin, bone-in pork cutlet, traditionally pan-fried in butter or olive oil until golden and crisp, served unb…
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1 net1 total0 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
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Costolette di Cinghiale alla Griglia
Grilled Wild Boar Chops
Succulent wild boar chops, typically leaner than pork, grilled to perfection and seasoned with aromatic Italia…
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1 net2 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
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Dentice alla Griglia
Grilled Dentex (or other Whole Grilled Fish)
A whole fresh dentex (or similar Mediterranean white fish like sea bream or snapper), expertly grilled, season…
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1 net1 total0 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
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Triglie al Forno con Olio e Prezzemolo
Baked Red Mullet with Oil and Parsley
Whole red mullets (triglie) delicately baked in the oven, simply dressed with extra virgin olive oil, fresh pa…
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1 net2 total1 fibre50 protein42 fat600 kcal
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Agnello al Profumo di Menta
Lamb with Mint
Tender cuts of lamb (e.g., shoulder, leg) marinated and cooked with fresh mint, garlic, and olive oil, resulti…
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein60 fat750 kcal
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Arrosticini di Agnello
Grilled Lamb Skewers (Abruzzese Style)
A specialty from Abruzzo, these are small, tender cubes of lamb meat, often interspersed with pieces of lamb f…
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2 net2 total0 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
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Baccalà in Bianco con Olio e Aglio (Senza Patate)
Salt Cod with Olive Oil and Garlic (No Potatoes)
Flaked salt cod, rehydrated and gently cooked or simmered in olive oil with garlic and parsley. Typically serv…
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2 net2 total0 fibre42 protein32 fat480 kcal
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Calamari Fritti (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Calamari (Unbreaded)
Tender rings and tentacles of calamari, lightly seasoned and quickly fried in a keto-friendly oil until golden…
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2 net3 total1 fibre35 protein65 fat700 kcal
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Capretto al Forno con Rosmarino
Baked Kid Goat with Rosemary
Tender kid goat (capretto) roasted in the oven until perfectly cooked, infused with the fragrant aroma of fres…
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein65 fat850 kcal
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Colombaccio al Forno (Senza Contorni Carboidrati)
Roast Woodpigeon (Keto)
A whole woodpigeon, a lean and flavorful game bird, expertly roasted until tender. It's typically seasoned sim…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Costoletta di Maiale in Padella con Rosmarino
Pan-Fried Pork Chop with Rosemary
A thick-cut pork chop, pan-fried to achieve a beautifully golden and crisp exterior while remaining juicy insi…
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2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Costolette di Capretto al Forno
Baked Kid Goat Chops with Herbs
Tender and flavorful kid goat chops, typically baked with olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs like rosemary …
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2 net2 total0 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Fettina di Vitello con Burro e Salvia
Veal Cutlet with Butter and Sage
A thinly pounded veal cutlet, pan-fried to perfection in generous butter with fresh sage. A simple yet flavorf…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Filetto di Cinghiale alla Griglia
Grilled Wild Boar Fillet
A lean and flavorful wild boar fillet, grilled to perfection and typically served simply with a drizzle of rob…
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2 net3 total1 fibre68 protein42 fat675 kcal
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Gamberoni al Sale
Salt-Baked Prawns
Large, succulent prawns baked inside a thick crust of coarse sea salt. The salt crust helps to steam the prawn…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein30 fat500 kcal
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Lombata di Vitello al Forno
Roasted Veal Loin
A tender veal loin, slow-roasted with aromatic herbs like rosemary and sage, garlic, and seasoned simply with …
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2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat780 kcal
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Rana Fritte (Keto)
Fried Frogs' Legs (Keto, No Breading)
A regional delicacy from Northern Italy, frogs' legs are lightly seasoned and pan-fried or deep-fried until go…
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2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Trancio di Rombo alla Griglia con Erbe
Grilled Turbot Fillet with Herbs
A thick cut of turbot fillet, perfectly grilled and seasoned with fresh Mediterranean herbs, lemon, and a driz…
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2 net2 total0 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
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Trancio di Salmone alla Griglia
Grilled Salmon Fillet with Herbs (Keto, no carb sides)
A generously portioned fillet of fresh salmon, simply grilled or pan-seared to perfection, seasoned with Medit…
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2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
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Agnello al Dragoncello
Lamb with Tarragon
Tender lamb pieces (e.g., shoulder or leg), slowly braised or pan-fried with the distinctive anise-like flavor…
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3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein65 fat900 kcal
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Battuta di Manzo al Coltello con Capperi e Senape
Hand-Chopped Beef Tartare with Capers and Mustard
Finely hand-chopped raw lean beef, typically sirloin or tenderloin, seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, cape…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein38 fat600 kcal
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Cappone Ripieno (Farcitura Keto)
Stuffed Capon (Keto Stuffing)
A traditional festive whole capon (castrated rooster) roasted with a savory, low-carb stuffing made from groun…
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3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
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Coniglio al Peperoncino
Rabbit with Chili
Rabbit pieces pan-fried or oven-baked until tender and subtly spicy, seasoned with garlic, dried chili flakes …
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3 net4 total1 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
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Dentice al Forno con Erbe
Baked Snapper with Herbs
A whole snapper, typically baked with fresh Mediterranean herbs like rosemary, thyme, and parsley, slices of l…
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3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein35 fat550 kcal
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Filetto di Pesce Bianco al Vapore con Olio d'Oliva e Prezzemolo
Steamed White Fish Fillet with Olive Oil and Parsley (with Keto Greens)
A light and fresh white fish fillet (such as cod, halibut, or hake, avoiding specific fish on the excluded lis…
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3 net5 total2 fibre45 protein40 fat550 kcal
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Filetto di Vitello al Tartufo Nero
Veal Tenderloin with Black Truffle
A luxurious dish featuring a perfectly cooked veal tenderloin, typically pan-seared, and generously topped wit…
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3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein48 fat680 kcal
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Involtini di Manzo con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Beef Rolls with Prosciutto and Cheese
Thin slices of tender beef (manzo) rolled around flavorful prosciutto and a slice of melting cheese (like prov…
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3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
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Luccio al Forno con Erbe e Olio d'Oliva
Baked Pike with Herbs and Olive Oil
A whole pike, a popular freshwater fish in Northern Italian cuisine, baked simply with fresh Mediterranean her…
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3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein37 fat570 kcal
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Petto di Pollo Ripieno con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Prosciutto and Cheese
Chicken breast pounded thin and rolled around a savory filling of prosciutto and melted cheese (such as provol…
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3 net3 total0 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
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Rollatini di Vitello con Prosciutto e Formaggio
Veal Rollatini with Prosciutto and Cheese
Thin slices of veal, pounded flat, rolled with prosciutto and cheese (often provolone or fontina), then pan-se…
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3 net3 total0 fibre65 protein45 fat680 kcal
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Seppie Grigliate
Grilled Cuttlefish
Fresh whole cuttlefish, grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender texture with a delightful char. Lightly s…
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3 net3 total0 fibre55 protein25 fat450 kcal
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Tagliata di Manzo al Rosmarino (con Contorno Keto)
Sliced Beef Steak with Rosemary (with Keto Side)
Expertly grilled beef steak, typically sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced and served medium-rare, simply seasone…
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3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
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Testina di Vitello in Insalata con Vinaigrette
Calf's Head Salad with Vinaigrette
Tender, thinly sliced boiled calf's head meat, typically served cold as an antipasto or light meal, dressed wi…
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3 net3 total0 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
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Triglie in Bianco (Keto)
Red Mullet in White Wine and Herb Sauce (Keto)
A delicate and flavorful preparation of red mullet, typically cooked 'in bianco' (white) with olive oil, garli…
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3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein55 fat750 kcal