Buridda (Stufato di Pesce Genovese - Senza Patate/Pane)
Genoese Seafood Stew (Without Potatoes/Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or bread. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful Ligurian mixed seafood stew, typically showcasing a variety of fish and shellfish (like octopus, cuttlefish, mussels, and prawns) simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with garlic, herbs, and white wine. This keto version is served without the traditional potato or bread accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (octopus, cuttlefish, mussels, prawns, firm white fish), fresh tomatoes (or good quality crushed tomatoes), dry white wine, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, parsley, chili flakes (optional).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or bread. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the sauce, and that no sugar is added to the tomato base.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Vorrei la Buridda senza patate né pane. Potete confermare che la salsa non è addensata con farina o amido, e che non c'è zucchero nel sugo di pomodoro?
Please serve the Buridda without potatoes or bread. Can you confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce, and no sugar in the tomato base?
Watch out for
Potatoes or bread served as sides, added sugars in the tomato sauce, flour thickeners in the stew base.
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.
More on the Italian menuAll 459 Italian dishes ›
