Alici Fritte (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Fresh Anchovies (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: specify NO flour or breading (impanatura). Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Fresh anchovies lightly fried in olive oil until crispy and golden, seasoned simply with salt and lemon. Traditionally, these are lightly floured, but for keto, they must be unbreaded.
Key ingredients
Fresh anchovies, olive oil (for frying), lemon wedges, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify NO flour or breading (impanatura). Ensure they are fried in a keto-friendly oil like olive oil, not a vegetable oil blend with poor fat profile.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per le Alici Fritte, niente farina o impanatura, per favore. Friggere solo in olio d'oliva.
For the Alici Fritte, no flour or breading, please. Fry in olive oil only.
Watch out for
Traditional preparation involves flour for breading. Ensure the frying oil is keto-friendly (not seed oils).
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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