Peshk i Mbushur me Erëza
Whole Baked Fish Stuffed with Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A whole fish (such as sea bream or trout) baked or roasted, typically stuffed with a fragrant mixture of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and oregano, along with lemon slices, garlic, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. A flavorful and naturally low-carb preparation.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, lemon, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh dill, fresh oregano, olive oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breadcrumbs or other fillers are used in the stuffing. Request no potato or rice side.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Pa bukë të grirë apo mbushës të tjerë te mbushja, ju lutem. Dhe pa patate apo oriz mënjanë.
No breadcrumbs or fillers in the stuffing, please. And no potato or rice side.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in stuffing (unlikely for simple herb stuffing, but good to confirm); hidden sugars in marinades; high-carb side dishes.
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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