Salsiccia al Mirto (Grigliata) con Contorno Keto
Grilled Myrtle Sausage with Keto Side
Yes, with a tweak: request grilled sausage, confirm no sugar in the sausage (rare but possible). About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Italian dishes.
What it is
A specialty from Sardinia, this robust pork sausage is flavored with myrtle berries and leaves, giving it a unique aromatic taste. It's typically grilled until juicy and served with a side of keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Pork sausage (seasoned with myrtle), olive oil, salt, pepper. Served with a side of grilled zucchini or broccoli rabe.
How to make it keto
Request grilled sausage, confirm no sugar in the sausage (rare but possible). Request keto-friendly side instead of bread, potatoes, or beans.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Vorrei la Salsiccia al Mirto grigliata. Confermate che non c'è zucchero e servitela con un contorno chetogenico, non pane, patate o fagioli.
I'd like the Salsiccia al Mirto grilled. Please confirm no sugar in the sausage, and serve with a keto-friendly side, not bread, potatoes, or beans.
Watch out for
Some commercial sausages can contain fillers or sugar. Often served with carb-heavy sides like bread or beans.
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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