Peshk i pjekur me perime
Baked Fish with Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: aBSOLUTELY MUST omit potatoes. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Whole or filleted fresh fish (e.g., sea bream, sea bass) baked with a medley of non-starchy vegetables, typically seasoned with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, olive oil, lemon, garlic, parsley, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, onions, salt, pepper. *Potatoes are often included traditionally.*
How to make it keto
ABSOLUTELY MUST omit potatoes. Request only non-starchy vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, green beans, spinach if available). Ask for minimal onions/tomatoes if they are included.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Peshk i pjekur pa patate, ju lutem. Vetëm kungull, patëllxhan, fasule të gjelbra ose spinaq. Me pak qepë dhe domate.
For the Peshk i pjekur me perime, please no potatoes. Just zucchini, eggplant, green beans, or spinach. Minimal onion and tomato.
Watch out for
Potatoes (very common inclusion), large amounts of onions/tomatoes/bell peppers, hidden sugar in tomato 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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