Prženi Gavuni (bez brašna)
Pan-fried Smelt (unfloured)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'bez brašna' (without flour) or 'samo u jajetu' (just in egg, if available, otherwise just pan-fried). About 2.5g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Croatian dishes.
What it is
Small, whole smelt fish (gavuni) or similar small fish like anchovies, lightly seasoned and quickly pan-fried until crispy. Traditionally very lightly floured, but easily prepared without.
Key ingredients
Smelt, olive oil or sunflower oil for frying, salt, black pepper, lemon wedges.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'bez brašna' (without flour) or 'samo u jajetu' (just in egg, if available, otherwise just pan-fried). Ensure no starchy sides like polenta or potatoes are served.
Say this to the waiter (Croatian)
Molim Pržene Gavune bez brašna, samo u jajetu ili na tavi. I molim bez priloga poput palente ili krumpira.
I'd like Prženi Gavuni without flour or breading. Please serve them pan-fried, with no polenta or potatoes.
Watch out for
Traditional preparation often involves a light dusting of flour. Often served with polenta or potatoes.
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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