Keto Byrek me Spinaq dhe Djathë (pa petë)
Keto Spinach and Cheese Pie (Crustless Byrek)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no phyllo dough or any flour-based crust is used. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A crustless adaptation of the beloved Byrek, featuring a savory baked filling of fresh spinach, a mix of Albanian cheeses (e.g., feta, gjizë, kasseri), and eggs, seasoned and baked until set and golden. No phyllo dough is used.
Key ingredients
Fresh spinach, eggs, feta cheese, ricotta or cottage cheese (gjizë), olive oil, fresh dill, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no phyllo dough or any flour-based crust is used. Ensure the cheese mixture doesn't contain hidden starches. Ask for no high-carb sides.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Konfirmoni pa petë apo kore me miell dhe pa niseshte të fshehura te djathi, ju lutem. Dhe pa shoqërues me shumë karbohidrate.
Please confirm no phyllo dough or flour crust, and no hidden starches in the cheese. No high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Accidental inclusion of crust/flour; starches in cheese blends; higher carb vegetables in the mix (unlikely for spinach).
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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