Zuppa di Pesce
Fish Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no added sugar in the tomato base and that it's served without any bread or croutons. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Italian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty seafood stew featuring an assortment of fish and shellfish (such as mussels, clams, shrimp, white fish) simmered in a savory tomato-based broth with garlic, olive oil, and white wine.
Key ingredients
Assorted fresh fish and shellfish, tomatoes (puree/diced), garlic, onion, white wine, olive oil, herbs (parsley, oregano).
How to make it keto
Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base and that it's served without any bread or croutons. Confirm no flour is used as a thickener in the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Italian)
Senza zucchero aggiunto nel sugo di pomodoro e senza pane o crostini, per favore. Il brodo è senza farina?
No added sugar in the tomato base, and no bread or croutons, please. Is the broth thickened without flour?
Watch out for
Added sugar in tomato sauce/paste, onion content, white wine reduction, often served with bread, potential flour thickeners.
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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