Kouneli Psito
Roasted Rabbit
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, rice, or other starchy sides. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Cypriot dishes.
What it is
A whole rabbit, slow-roasted until remarkably tender and juicy, seasoned simply with garlic, lemon, and wild oregano. Request this dish to be served without traditional starchy sides like potatoes or rice, focusing solely on the flavorful meat.
Key ingredients
Whole rabbit, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, rice, or other starchy sides. Confirm no flour is used in any pan juices or gravies.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για το Κουνέλι Ψητό, παρακαλώ όχι πατάτες, ρύζι ή άλλα αμυλούχα συνοδευτικά. Επιβεβαιώστε ότι η σάλτσα δεν έχει αλεύρι.
For the Kouneli Psito, please no potatoes, rice, or starchy sides. Confirm no flour is used in the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in any marinades or basting liquids, accidentally served with high-carb sides, flour in pan sauces.
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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