Peshk i Kripur me Vaj Ulliri dhe Limon
Salted Fish with Olive Oil and Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Traditionally made with salted cod (bacallao) or other preserved fish, rehydrated and served flaked, dressed generously with extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. A very popular appetizer, especially in coastal areas.
Key ingredients
Salted fish (e.g., cod), extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, fresh parsley (optional).
Optional tweaks
Confirm no bread or carb-heavy garnishes. Ensure no sugary additions to the fish during preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
A mund të konfirmoni që nuk ka bukë apo garnitura me karbohidrate? Dhe sigurohuni që peshku të mos ketë sheqer të shtuar gjatë përgatitjes.
Please confirm no bread or carb garnishes, and no sugary additions to the fish during preparation.
Watch out for
Always served with bread in traditional settings; must be explicitly declined. While salted fish is cured, it typically has no added sugars.
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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