Gamberoni al Sale
Salt-Baked Prawns
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
Large, succulent prawns baked inside a thick crust of coarse sea salt. The salt crust helps to steam the prawns, infusing them with flavor and keeping them incredibly moist. The salt crust is discarded before consumption.
Key ingredients
Large prawns (gamberoni), coarse sea salt, lemon wedges (for serving), extra virgin olive oil (drizzled after cooking).
Optional tweaks
None needed, this dish is naturally keto-friendly. Ensure no other ingredients (like flour or breadcrumbs) are accidentally mixed into the salt crust.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per i Gamberoni al Sale, mi conferma che sono solo gamberoni e sale, senza farina o pangrattato aggiunti?
For the Gamberoni al Sale, please confirm it's just prawns and salt, with no flour or breadcrumbs mixed in.
Watch out for
None, as the salt crust is not eaten and other ingredients are naturally low-carb.
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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