Lakerda
Cured Bonito Meze
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Cypriot dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, cured bonito (a type of tuna) fillets, marinated in olive oil, lemon, and often a sprinkle of herbs. Served chilled as a traditional meze, offering a rich, briny flavor.
Key ingredients
Bonito fillets, olive oil, lemon, herbs
Optional tweaks
Request no bread or toast on the side. Ensure it is not served with any sugary glazes (unlikely for traditional Lakerda).
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τη Λακέρδα, παρακαλώ χωρίς ψωμί ή τοστ ως συνοδευτικό. Επιβεβαιώστε ότι δεν έχει ζάχαρη.
For the Lakerda, please no bread or toast on the side. Confirm no sugary glazes are used.
Watch out for
Served with bread/pita. Poor quality olive oil in some establishments.
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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