Mazzola bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ
Gurnard with Capers and Olives
Yes, with a tweak: must be served without any high-carb accompaniments like potatoes. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole fresh Gurnard (Mazzola), either pan-fried or baked until flaky, served with a quintessential Maltese sauce. This vibrant sauce features a generous mix of capers, black olives, fresh garlic, and ripe cherry tomatoes, all infused with rich olive oil. A simple yet deeply flavorful celebration of fresh local fish.
Key ingredients
Whole fresh Gurnard, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, capers, black olives, cherry tomatoes (or fresh chopped tomatoes), fresh parsley, lemon wedges, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Must be served without any high-carb accompaniments like potatoes. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato base of the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Mazzola bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ, mingħajr patata jew xi akkumpanjament ieħor b'ħafna karboidrati. Fis-zalza tat-tadam ma rridx zokkor.
Mazzola bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ, please serve without potatoes or other high-carb sides. Ensure no added sugar in the tomato sauce base.
Watch out for
Natural carbohydrates from tomatoes, capers, and olives. Potential for hidden sugars in pre-made tomato sauces if used.
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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