Mencu aknas ar sīpoliem un zaļumiem
Cod Liver with Onions and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Latvian appetizer or light meal featuring rich cod liver (usually canned in its own oil) mixed with fresh or lightly sautéed onions and a generous amount of fresh herbs like dill or parsley. Served cold.
Key ingredients
Canned cod liver (in oil), red or white onion, fresh dill, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, a touch of lemon juice.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no added sugar in canned cod liver (rare, but worth checking). No bread or high-carb crackers served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, apstipriniet, ka mencu aknām nav pievienots cukurs. Lūdzu, bez maizes vai krekeriem.
Please confirm no added sugar in the cod liver. No bread or crackers, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in seasonings if not prepared fresh (unlikely for this dish), serving with bread/crackers.
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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