Peshk i Thartë
Sour Fish (Baked Fish with Lemon-Garlic Sauce)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Whole fish or fillets (commonly sea bass or trout) baked in a tangy sauce of lemon juice, white vinegar, minced garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs like parsley. A light and flavorful dish, naturally low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., sea bass, trout, snapper) or fillets, lemon juice, white vinegar, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Request no potato or rice side.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Pa miell ose niseshte për të trashur salcën, ju lutem. Dhe pa patate apo oriz mënjanë.
No flour or starch to thicken the sauce, please. And no potato or rice side.
Watch out for
Flour used as a thickener in the sauce (rare but possible in some recipes); hidden sugars in marinades; being served with high-carb sides.
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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