Baccalà Fritto (Senza Impanatura)
Fried Cod (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request *senza impanatura* (without any flour or breading). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Desalted cod (baccalà), cut into succulent pieces, lightly seasoned and then pan-fried or deep-fried in olive oil until a delicate golden crust forms. Served simply with lemon wedges.
Key ingredients
Desalted baccalà (cod), olive oil (or other high-quality frying oil), lemon wedges, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request *senza impanatura* (without any flour or breading). Confirm no carb-heavy accompaniments like polenta or potatoes are served by default.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Vorrei il Baccalà Fritto senza impanatura, per favore. E senza polenta o patate come contorno, di default.
I need this prepared senza impanatura, without flour or breading. Please confirm no polenta or potatoes are served as sides.
Watch out for
Traditional preparations often involve a light flour dredge (impanatura) – this must be strictly omitted. Ensure only keto-friendly oils are used for frying.
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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