Costata di Vitello alla Milanese (Non Impanata)
Veal Chop, Milanese Style (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request the veal chop to be prepared 'non impanata' (unbreaded). About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A thick, tender veal chop, traditionally breaded in Milanese style, but prepared unbreaded (grilled or pan-fried in butter/olive oil) for a keto diet. Served with a fresh lemon wedge.
Key ingredients
Veal chop, olive oil or butter, lemon, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request the veal chop to be prepared 'non impanata' (unbreaded). Ensure it is pan-fried or grilled in olive oil or butter, avoiding any flour dusting. Ask for a side of low-carb vegetables instead of potatoes or pasta.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Costata di Vitello non impanata. Grigliata o in padella con olio/burro, senza farina. Contorno di verdure low-carb, non patate o pasta.
Costata di Vitello non impanata. Grill or pan-fry with olive oil/butter, no flour. Low-carb vegetables side, no potatoes or pasta.
Watch out for
Primary risk is breading (impanatura). Hidden starches or thickeners in pan sauces. Cross-contamination with flour if cooked on shared surfaces.
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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