Praetud Sprotid
Fried Sprats with Lemon and Dill (no bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or breading on the sprats, and ensure no rye bread or potatoes are served on the side. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Estonian dishes.
What it is
Crispy pan-fried Baltic sprats, typically served whole and un-filleted. This keto version is prepared without any breading or accompanying rye bread, emphasizing the natural flavor of the small fish. Often garnished with fresh dill and a lemon wedge.
Key ingredients
Baltic sprats, lemon, fresh dill, oil
How to make it keto
Request no flour or breading on the sprats, and ensure no rye bread or potatoes are served on the side. Ask for extra lemon.
Say this to the waiter (Estonian)
Sprotid, palun ilma jahu või paneeringuta. Ei rukkileiba ega kartulit. Palun lisaks sidrunit.
Sprats, no flour or breading. No rye bread or potatoes on the side. Extra lemon, please.
Watch out for
Flour coating if not explicitly requested otherwise, sugary pickling brine if accompanying pickles are served, or sweet dipping 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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