Gambli Moqlija (mingħajr panura)
Pan-Fried Prawns (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breading (panura) or flour coating. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Fresh prawns pan-fried in olive oil with garlic and a touch of chili, cooked until perfectly tender. A simple yet delicious dish, naturally keto when served without breading.
Key ingredients
Prawns, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes (optional), parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breading (panura) or flour coating. Ensure cooking in olive oil or butter. Avoid any sugary glazes.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Gambli Moqlija, mingħajr panura jew dqiq. Jekk jogħġbok sajjar fiż-żejt taż-żebbuġa jew butir. Evita glazes biz-zokkor.
For the Gambli Moqlija, no breading or flour coating. Cook in olive oil or butter, please. No sugary glazes.
Watch out for
Breading/flour, often served with bread for dipping, sugary glazes.
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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