Калкан на скара
Grilled Turbot
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the fish is grilled without any breading or flour. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Bulgarian dishes.
What it is
A highly prized Black Sea flatfish, grilled whole or as a steak, renowned for its firm texture and rich, distinctive flavor. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and lemon.
Key ingredients
Turbot, olive oil, lemon, salt, black pepper, parsley (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm that the fish is grilled without any breading or flour. Request no high-carb sauces or potato/rice sides. Opt for a side of green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Bulgarian)
Калканът печен ли е без панировка или брашно? Без високо-въглехидратни сосове, картофи или ориз. Искам зелена салата или печени нисковъглехидратни зеленчуци.
Is the turbot grilled without breading or flour? Serve it without high-carb sauces, potato, or rice. Green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables as side.
Watch out for
Breading or flour coating, high-carb sauces, potato or rice side dishes.
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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