Cozze al Limone e Peperoncino
Mussels with Lemon and Chili
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Fresh mussels steamed open in a light and zesty broth of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, a touch of chili flakes for heat, and often a splash of white wine (optional).
Key ingredients
Mussels, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, chili flakes, white wine (optional), parsley, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no tomato-based sauce (unless minimal and unsweetened). Confirm no bread is served for dipping. Request a light broth without any flour thickeners.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Niente salsa di pomodoro, a meno che non sia minima e senza zucchero. Niente pane per intingere. Brodo leggero senza farina.
No tomato sauce, unless minimal and unsweetened. No bread for dipping. Light broth without flour thickeners, please.
Watch out for
Often served with bread. Sauces can sometimes be thickened with flour or have added sugar if pre-made. White wine does contain carbs, but typically negligible when used for cooking as much evaporates.
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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