Zemra Vici e Fërguar me Hudhra dhe Vaj Ulliri
Fried Veal Heart with Garlic and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Albanian dishes.
What it is
Fresh veal heart, thinly sliced and pan-fried quickly in olive oil until perfectly tender and lightly browned. Seasoned simply with crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper, allowing the distinct flavor of the heart to be the star. A flavorful and protein-rich offal dish.
Key ingredients
Veal heart, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour is used for dredging; confirm no carby accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Albanian)
Pa miell për lyerje, ju lutem. Dhe pa garnitura me shumë karbohidrate.
No flour for dredging, please. And no high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Dredging in flour before frying; served with bread or other 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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