Gjizë me Vaj Ulliri, Majdanoz dhe Speca djegës
Cottage Cheese with Olive Oil, Parsley, and Chili Flakes
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A fresh and simple mezze or side dish featuring creamy gjizë (a local type of cottage cheese or ricotta, often made from sheep or goat milk) drizzled generously with extra virgin olive oil, finely chopped fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of spicy chili flakes for a kick. A light yet flavorful addition to any meal.
Key ingredients
Gjizë (cottage cheese), extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley, chili flakes, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside; confirm no added sugars or fillers in the gjizë.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Pa bukë, ju lutem. A mund të konfirmoni që gjiza nuk ka sheqer apo mbushës të shtuar?
No bread, please. And confirm there's no added sugar or fillers in the gjizë.
Watch out for
Default serving with bread; some commercial gjizë might contain minor fillers, though typically not high-carb.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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