Muglia e Borraggine al Forno
Grey Mullet with Borage (Baked)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Ligurian preparation of grey mullet, where the whole fish is baked or pan-fried with fresh borage leaves, ample olive oil, garlic, and a touch of white wine, creating a wonderfully aromatic and flavorful dish.
Key ingredients
Whole grey mullet, fresh borage, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, dry white wine, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy side dishes are served. Confirm no flour-based thickeners for any accompanying sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Per Muglia e Borraggine al Forno, senza patate o altri contorni amidacei. Può confermare che non ci sono addensanti di farina in nessuna salsa?
For Muglia e Borraggine al Forno, no potatoes or other starchy side dishes. Please confirm no flour thickeners in any sauce.
Watch out for
Wine (residual sugar), potato or starchy sides. Always confirm no hidden starches or sugars in preparation.
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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