Kepta Stintų Filė (be miltų)
Fried Smelt Fillet (without Flour)
Yes, with a tweak: no flour or breading must be used. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Lithuanian dishes.
What it is
Fresh smelt fillets, traditionally pan-fried until golden and crispy. For a keto version, the usual flour coating is omitted, emphasizing the natural flavor of the fish.
Key ingredients
Smelt fillets, cooking oil (e.g., rapeseed or butter), salt, black pepper, fresh dill (for garnish).
How to make it keto
Crucially, no flour or breading must be used. Ask for plain fried fish. Ensure it's cooked in high-fat oil or butter.
Watch out for
Smelt is almost always coated in flour before frying in traditional preparation. Explicitly request 'no flour' or 'be miltų'.
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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