Lampuki Mixwi
Grilled Dolphin Fish (Mahi-Mahi)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no carby side dishes like Caponata, roasted potatoes, or bread are served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Fresh Lampuki (Dolphin Fish or Mahi-Mahi) fillets, typically grilled to perfection after being seasoned with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Lampuki fillets, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no carby side dishes like Caponata, roasted potatoes, or bread are served. Request a simple side of plain green salad with olive oil and vinegar, or grilled low-carb vegetables (e.g., zucchini, broccoli).
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għal-Lampuki Mixwi, jekk jogħġbok, bla karboidrati bħal Caponata, patata jew ħobż. Nista' nitlob insalata ħadra sempliċi biż-żejt u l-ħall, jew ħaxix grilled b'livell baxx ta' karboidrati?
For the Lampuki Mixwi, no carby sides like Caponata, potatoes, or bread. Please serve with a plain green salad with oil/vinegar, or grilled low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Caponata (a highly carby vegetable relish often served with it), roasted potatoes, bread, sugary marinades (uncommon but possible).
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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