Mahi-e Ghelgheli (Keto Fish Meatballs)
Keto Fish Meatballs (in a light sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs, flour, or other high-carb binders are used in the meatballs. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender fish meatballs, prepared without breadcrumbs or flour, simmered in a light, savory sauce. A lesser-known but authentic preparation of fish that is naturally keto-friendly when modified.
Key ingredients
Ground white fish, onion, egg, fresh herbs (dill, parsley), turmeric, salt, black pepper, olive oil, unsweetened tomato paste (for sauce), water or fish broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no breadcrumbs, flour, or other high-carb binders are used in the meatballs. Request no sugar in the sauce and no potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای ماهی قلقلی، لطفاً در کوفتهها از پودر سوخاری، آرد یا مواد چسباننده پرکربوهیدرات استفاده نشود. شکر در سس و سیبزمینی هم نباشد.
For Mahi-e Ghelgheli, no breadcrumbs, flour, or high-carb binders in the meatballs. No sugar in the sauce and no potatoes, please.
Watch out for
Flour or breadcrumbs in the meatballs, sugar in the sauce, potatoes in the sauce base.
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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