Carciofi alla Giudìa
Jewish-Style Fried Artichokes
Yes, with a tweak: confirm that the artichokes are not dusted with flour or breadcrumbs before frying. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A Roman specialty where whole artichokes are trimmed, flattened, and deep-fried twice until crispy, resembling a blooming flower. Naturally keto if prepared without flour dusting.
Key ingredients
Artichokes, olive oil (for deep frying), salt, lemon (optional).
How to make it keto
Confirm that the artichokes are not dusted with flour or breadcrumbs before frying. Request no high-carb dipping sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per i Carciofi alla Giudìa, mi conferma che non sono infarinati o impanati? E senza salse d'accompagnamento ricche di carboidrati.
For the Carciofi alla Giudìa, please confirm no flour or breadcrumbs. And no high-carb dipping sauces, thanks.
Watch out for
Hidden flour dusting before frying, high-carb dipping sauces.
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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