Luccio al Forno con Erbe e Olio d'Oliva
Baked Pike with Herbs and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A whole pike, a popular freshwater fish in Northern Italian cuisine, baked simply with fresh Mediterranean herbs like rosemary and thyme, garlic, lemon slices, and a generous drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil. A naturally lean and flavorful fish dish.
Key ingredients
Whole pike, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, garlic cloves, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breadcrumbs or flour are used for crisping the skin. Request no starchy accompaniments like potatoes or rice. Keep the preparation simple and focused on herbs and olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Luccio al Forno: Senza pangrattato o farina per la pelle, per favore. Niente contorni amidacei come patate o riso. Solo erbe e olio d'oliva.
Luccio al Forno: No breadcrumbs or flour for the skin, please. No starchy sides like potatoes or rice. Just herbs and olive oil.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs/flour, starchy side dishes, sugary marinades (unlikely for this dish).
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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