Zivs želejā
Fish Aspic (Jellied Fish)
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Latvian dishes.
What it is
A classic cold dish featuring cooked white fish (often carp, cod, or pike-perch) set in a clear, savory gelatin made from fish broth, typically garnished with lemon slices and fresh dill.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., cod, carp, pike-perch), fish broth, natural gelatin, lemon slices, fresh dill, salt, bay leaves, peppercorns.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no hidden sugars in seasoning or broth.
Say this to the waiter (Latvian)
Lūdzu, apstipriniet, ka Zivs želejā garšvielās vai buljonā nav pievienots cukurs.
Please confirm there's no hidden sugar in the seasoning or broth for the Zivs želejā.
Watch out for
Very low. Potential for trace carbs from seasonings.
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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