Ghiotta di Tonno (Stufato Siciliano, Senza Patate)
Sicilian Tuna Stew (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no potatoes. About 10g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich, rustic Sicilian stew featuring generous chunks of fresh tuna (sometimes swordfish) simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with capers, green olives, onions, celery, and optionally a small amount of bell peppers. This hearty stew is served without traditional carb accompaniments like potatoes or bread.
Key ingredients
Fresh tuna fillets, canned crushed tomatoes (ensure no sugar added), capers, green olives, onion, celery, bell peppers (optional, small amount), extra virgin olive oil, garlic, dry white wine, dried oregano, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no potatoes. Ensure canned tomatoes are plain crushed without any added sugar. Verify that no flour-based thickeners are used in the stew base.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per la Ghiotta di Tonno, assolutamente senza patate. I pomodori sono senza zuccheri aggiunti? E senza addensanti a base di farina, per favore.
For the Ghiotta di Tonno, absolutely no potatoes. Are the tomatoes plain crushed with no added sugar? Please ensure no flour-based thickeners are used.
Watch out for
Potatoes are sometimes included in this stew. Canned tomatoes can have hidden added sugar; always confirm. Any starchy sides (like couscous) must be omitted.
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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