Kalamaks Sibulaga ja Maitserohelisega (Leivata)
Cod Liver with Onion and Fresh Herbs (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bread, toast, or crackers are served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Estonian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Estonian delicacy, featuring rich, buttery cod liver (typically canned in its own oil) served simply with finely chopped red onion and an abundance of fresh dill or parsley. Highly nutritious and naturally keto-friendly when served without bread.
Key ingredients
Canned cod liver (in its own oil), red onion, fresh dill, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no bread, toast, or crackers are served. Request extra fresh herbs.
Say this to the waiter (Estonian)
Palun veenduge, et sellega ei serveerita leiba, röstsaia ega küpsiseid. Soovin lisaks värsket maitserohelist.
Please ensure no bread, toast, or crackers are served with this. I'd like extra fresh herbs.
Watch out for
Almost invariably served with bread or crackers in a traditional setting. Onion contributes to total carbs.
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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