Gavros Tiganitos (χωρίς αλεύρι)
Pan-Fried Anchovies (Flourless)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no flour or breading; confirm cooked exclusively in olive oil. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Greek dishes.
What it is
Small fresh anchovies pan-fried until crispy in olive oil, typically served with a squeeze of lemon. The keto version ensures no wheat flour is used for dredging.
Key ingredients
Fresh anchovies, olive oil, lemon wedges, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no flour or breading; confirm cooked exclusively in olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Γαύρος Τηγανητός: παρακαλώ χωρίς αλεύρι ή παναρισμένο, και μόνο σε ελαιόλαδο.
Gavros Tiganitos: please no flour or breading, and ensure it's cooked exclusively in olive oil.
Watch out for
Traditional preparation often involves dredging in wheat flour; hidden sugars in lemon marinades (unlikely for this dish, but always a risk).
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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