Pastërma e Fërguar me Vezë
Fried Cured Meat (Pastërma) with Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying dish, perfect for breakfast or a light meal. Thin slices of cured and air-dried meat (pastërma, similar to basturma) are pan-fried until slightly crispy, then eggs are cracked directly into the pan and cooked to your preference. Naturally high in protein and fat.
Key ingredients
Pastërma (cured beef/lamb), eggs, butter/olive oil, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed, this dish is inherently keto-friendly.
Watch out for
None, as long as no bread is served with it (which is customary in non-keto settings).
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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