Ċerna Mixwija bil-Ħxejjex
Grilled Grouper with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading on the fish. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
A succulent fillet of local grouper (Ċerna), grilled simply with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Served with a generous portion of seasonal low-carb vegetables, such as grilled zucchini, asparagus, or steamed green beans, omitting any starchy sides like potatoes or rice.
Key ingredients
Grouper fillet, olive oil, garlic, lemon, fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, mint), salt, black pepper, served with mixed grilled zucchini and green beans.
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading on the fish. Request to be served without potatoes, rice, or any sugary glazes/marinades. Confirm vegetables are low-carb and prepared simply with oil and herbs.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għaċ-Ċerna Mixwija bil-Ħxejjex, mingħajr panura. Jekk jogħġbok serviha mingħajr patata, ross jew glazes biz-zokkor. Ikkonferma ħaxix b'ftit karboidrati, imħejji biż-żejt u ħxejjex.
For the Ċerna Mixwija bil-Ħxejjex, no breading. Please serve without potatoes, rice, or sugary glazes. Confirm low-carb vegetables, simply prepared with oil and herbs.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, flour/breadcrumbs on the fish, high-carb side dishes (potatoes, rice, corn) that might be served by default.
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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