Għajnejn Moqlija bil-Basal
Fried Sheep's Eyes with Onions
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Maltese offal delicacy, featuring sheep's eyes lightly pan-fried to perfection with caramelized onions and aromatic garlic, often seasoned simply with parsley. A unique and nutrient-dense dish.
Key ingredients
Sheep's eyes, extra virgin olive oil, yellow onions, fresh garlic, fresh parsley, sea salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
N/A. Ensure no flour or breading is used for frying.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Għajnejn Moqlija bil-Basal, jekk jogħġbok kun żgur li ma jintuża l-ebda dqiq jew panura għall-qali.
For the Għajnejn Moqlija bil-Basal, please ensure no flour or breading is used for frying.
Watch out for
Minimal risk from onions; ensure they are not excessively used or caramelized with sugar. Confirm no flour or breading is applied before frying.
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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