Acciughe sotto Sale con Olio e Prezzemolo
Salted Anchovies with Olive Oil and Parsley
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A simple and authentic Italian appetizer. Desalted anchovy fillets are typically served whole or lightly chopped, generously bathed in high-quality extra virgin olive oil and garnished with fresh parsley. This dish offers a potent, umami-rich flavor and is naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Salted anchovies, extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread, crackers, or other high-carb accompaniments are served alongside the anchovies.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Le Acciughe sotto Sale, per favore. Senza pane, cracker o altri accompagnamenti ad alto contenuto di carboidrati.
Acciughe sotto Sale, please. No bread, crackers, or other high-carb accompaniments.
Watch out for
Served with bread/crackers, use of low-quality oils, excessive garlic that might be in a dressing (though typically minimal for this dish).
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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