Gavros Tiganitos (Horis Alevri)
Pan-Fried Anchovies (No Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: ask to be fried without any flour dusting ('horis alevri'). Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cypriot dishes.
What it is
Fresh anchovies, pan-fried in olive oil until crispy and golden. A popular meze, naturally rich in flavor and omega-3s. Modified to be flour-free.
Key ingredients
Fresh anchovies, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon wedges for serving.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask to be fried without any flour dusting ('horis alevri'). This is a common modification for those avoiding gluten/carbs.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τον Γαύρο Τηγανητό, παρακαλώ να τηγανιστεί χωρίς καθόλου αλεύρι.
For the Gavros Tiganitos, please ensure it is fried without any flour dusting.
Watch out for
The main risk is flour coating. Confirm explicitly 'horis alevri' (without flour).
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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