Arrosto tal-Fenek (mingħajr Patata)
Roast Rabbit with Garlic and Herbs (without Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables (e.g., carrots) be roasted with the rabbit. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Tender rabbit pieces slow-roasted in the oven with garlic, rosemary, thyme, and olive oil until golden brown and succulent. A robust and flavourful preparation of Malta's national dish.
Key ingredients
Rabbit, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, white wine (optional), chicken or vegetable broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or other starchy vegetables (e.g., carrots) be roasted with the rabbit. Ask for a side of green salad or steamed greens (e.g., broccoli, spinach) instead of traditional carb sides.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Arrosto tal-Fenek, jekk jogħġbok ippreparah mingħajr patata jew ħaxix bil-lamtu bħall-karrotti. Nixtieq insalata ħadra jew ħaxix bil-fwar bħala kontorn.
For the Arrosto tal-Fenek, please roast it without potatoes or starchy vegetables like carrots. I'd like a side of green salad or steamed greens instead.
Watch out for
White wine can add minimal carbs. Ensure no flour is used to thicken any gravy (unlikely for a simple roast).
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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