Pečeni Zubatac (s maslinovim uljem i biljem, bez krumpira)
Baked Dentex (with olive oil and herbs, without potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, bread, or other starchy sides. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
A whole dentex, a highly prized white fish in the Adriatic, expertly baked in the oven. It's typically seasoned simply with sea salt, black pepper, high-quality olive oil, fresh herbs like rosemary and parsley, and sometimes slices of lemon and garlic. The fish is cooked until it's flaky and moist. Served without traditional potato sides for keto.
Key ingredients
Whole dentex, extra virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, fresh parsley, garlic cloves, lemon slices (optional), sea salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, bread, or other starchy sides. Opt for a simple green salad or steamed/sautéed low-carb vegetables (e.g., spinach, blitva, grilled zucchini/peppers).
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Za Pečenog Zubatca molim bez krumpira, kruha ili škrobnih priloga. Može li zelena salata ili dinstana blitva?
For Pečeni Zubatac, no potatoes, bread, or starchy sides. I'd like a green salad or sautéed blitva instead.
Watch out for
Minimal garlic and lemon. Ensure no breading or flour is used for baking.
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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