Bottarga bl-Oljoli
Bottarga with Olive Oil (Maltese Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Thinly sliced, cured fish roe (bottarga) drizzled simply with high-quality extra virgin olive oil. A traditional Maltese delicacy, naturally high in fat and protein.
Key ingredients
Bottarga (cured fish roe, typically Grey Mullet), extra virgin olive oil, (optional: pinch of black pepper, lemon wedge for garnish).
Optional tweaks
N/A (inherently keto). Ensure no bread or crackers are served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Bottarga bl-Oljoli, jekk jogħġbok kun żgur li ma jiġux servuti ħobż jew crackers magħha.
For the Bottarga bl-Oljoli, please ensure no bread or crackers are served alongside.
Watch out for
None. This is a very simple and pure dish. Ensure no bread or high-carb accompaniments are served.
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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