Oktapod i Zier me Vaj Ulliri dhe Hudhra
Boiled Octopus with Olive Oil and Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Tender octopus, boiled until perfectly soft, then dressed with a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and a hint of lemon. A common coastal specialty.
Key ingredients
Octopus, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the dish. Ensure the dressing is pure olive oil, garlic, and lemon, with no added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Oktapod i Zier, ju lutem sigurohuni që nuk ka patate apo perime me niseshte. Salca të jetë vetëm vaj ulliri, hudhra dhe limon, pa sheqer.
Oktapod i Zier, please ensure no potatoes or starchy vegetables are added. Confirm the dressing is just olive oil, garlic, and lemon, with no sugar.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden sugars in a pre-made dressing, cross-contamination with starchy foods in a shared preparation area.
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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