Mëlçi Peshku e Fërguar me Hudhra dhe Vaj Ulliri
Fried Fish Liver with Garlic and Olive Oil
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or breading is used for frying the fish liver. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Delicately pan-fried fish liver (often cod or similar white fish), seasoned simply with chopped garlic, fresh parsley, and a generous drizzle of high-quality olive oil. A rich, unique, and savory appetizer or small dish.
Key ingredients
Fish liver (e.g., cod liver), olive oil, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no flour or breading is used for frying the fish liver. Confirm no high-carb accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Për Mëlçi Peshku, ju lutem sigurohuni pa miell apo bukë për skuqje. Dhe pa shoqëruese me karbohidrate të larta.
For the Mëlçi Peshku, please ensure no flour or breading is used for frying. And no high-carb accompaniments, please.
Watch out for
Flour or breading on the liver, potential for hidden sugars in seasoning, or high-carb sauces.
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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