Friture de Jouvenceaux (Petits Poissons Frits au Citron)
Small Fried Fish (with Lemon)
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A traditional dish of small, whole freshwater fish (such as smelt or small perch), lightly floured (or pan-fried without flour for keto) and quickly fried until crispy and golden. Served simply with lemon wedges and sometimes a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Key ingredients
Small freshwater fish (e.g., smelt, goujons), frying oil (e.g., olive, grapeseed), lemon, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, ensure the fish is not breaded or floured. If a restaurant uses a light flour dredge, request pan-frying without it. Served without traditional fries.
Watch out for
High risk if traditional flour dredging is used. Ensure oil used for frying is keto-friendly.
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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