Baccalà alla Ligure con Olive Taggiasche e Pinoli (Senza Patate)
Ligurian Style Cod with Taggiasche Olives and Pine Nuts (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, which are sometimes included in traditional Ligurian baccalà preparations. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Desalted cod (baccalà), gently simmered or baked in a light and savory sauce featuring distinctive Ligurian Taggiasche olives, pine nuts, capers, a minimal amount of cherry tomatoes (optional), and aromatic herbs. Finished with a generous drizzle of olive oil, embodying the fresh flavors of the Ligurian coast.
Key ingredients
Desalted baccalà (salted cod), Taggiasche olives, pine nuts, capers, cherry tomatoes (optional, small amount), garlic, fresh parsley, dry white wine, extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, explicitly request no potatoes, which are sometimes included in traditional Ligurian baccalà preparations. Ensure the minimal use of cherry tomatoes if they are included.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per il Baccalà alla Ligure, assolutamente senza patate. E, se usati, pomodorini ciliegino al minimo, per favore.
For the Baccalà alla Ligure, absolutely no potatoes. Please use minimal cherry tomatoes, if any.
Watch out for
Potatoes are a common carb addition in many baccalà dishes. Cherry tomatoes, while low in carbs, should be used sparingly.
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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