Balıq Qovurma
Pan-Fried Fish with Onions
Yes, with a tweak: ensure fish is not breaded or dusted with flour before frying. About 8g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Azerbaijani dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (often Caspian Sea sturgeon or local whitefish) lightly seasoned and pan-fried to perfection, typically served with tender caramelized onions. A naturally keto-friendly dish when prepared without flour.
Key ingredients
Fish (e.g., sturgeon, whitefish), onions, cooking oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure fish is not breaded or dusted with flour before frying. Confirm no sugary glazes or sauces are used. Request omission of any starchy sides like potatoes or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Azerbaijani)
Balıq Qovurma üçün, balığın unlanmadığından əmin olun. Şirin souslar və ya nişastalı qarnirlər (kartof, düyü) olmasın.
For Balıq Qovurma, please ensure fish is not breaded/floured. No sugary glazes/sauces, and no starchy sides like potatoes or rice.
Watch out for
Breaded or floured fish is a risk. Sugary glazes can be used. Often served with rice/potatoes (omit).
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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