Peshk i Zier me Vaj Ulliri dhe Limon
Boiled Fish with Olive Oil and Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
A light and healthy preparation of whole white fish (e.g., sea bass, sea bream, or cod) gently boiled in water or a light broth, then dressed simply with high-quality olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
Key ingredients
Whole white fish, water, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, bay leaf (optional).
Optional tweaks
Explicitly request no potatoes, rice, or other high-carb sides. Ensure only olive oil and lemon dressing is used.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Te Peshk i Zier, pa patate, oriz apo shoqërues të tjerë me shumë karbohidrate. Vetëm vaj ulliri dhe limon, ju lutem.
Peshk i Zier: no potatoes, rice, or high-carb sides. Only olive oil and lemon dressing, please.
Watch out for
Often served with boiled potatoes or rice. Some restaurants might add carrots or other root vegetables to the boiling liquid.
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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