Agnello Fritto (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Lamb (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'senza impanatura' (without breading) and confirm no flour coating is used. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Succulent pieces or chops of lamb (e.g., small rib chops or shoulder cuts) pan-fried or deep-fried until wonderfully crispy and tender. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs, without any flour or breading.
Key ingredients
Lamb chops/pieces, olive oil (or other high-heat cooking fat like lard/tallow), salt, black pepper, fresh rosemary or sage.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request 'senza impanatura' (without breading) and confirm no flour coating is used. Ensure it is served with keto-friendly vegetables if a side is desired.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Vorrei l'Agnello Fritto, per favore. È importante che sia senza impanatura e senza infarinatura. Potrebbe servirlo con verdure keto-friendly?
I'd like the Agnello Fritto, please. Crucially, without breading ('senza impanatura') and no flour coating. Please serve with keto-friendly vegetables.
Watch out for
Any hidden flour or breading on the lamb. Ensure cooking oil is a healthy fat and not a carb-heavy batter.
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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