Shemtsvari Kalmakhi
Baked Trout with Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Georgian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet flavorful Georgian dish featuring a whole trout, seasoned with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs (dill, cilantro), then baked until flaky and tender. Often served with a lemon wedge.
Key ingredients
Whole trout, lemon, dill, cilantro, salt, black pepper, olive oil/butter.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or flour is used. Ask for extra butter or olive oil. Confirm no sugary glazes are applied.
Say this to the waiter (Georgian)
შემწვარი კალმახი, ფქვილის გარეშე, გთხოვთ. დამიდასტურეთ, რომ შაქრიანი მინანქარი არ აქვს. ზედმეტი კარაქი ან ზეითუნის ზეთი შეიძლება?
Shemtsvari Kalmakhi, no breading or flour, please. Confirm no sugary glaze. Can I have extra butter or olive oil?
Watch out for
Potential for breading or flour if fried. Some restaurants might add sweet glazes. Always clarify preparation method.
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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