Pastard Moqli
Fried Cauliflower with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Cauliflower florets, typically boiled until tender, then lightly fried in olive oil with garlic and fresh herbs until golden. A simple and delicious vegetable side dish.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley/mint, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour batter is used for frying (authentic versions usually don't use it, but good to check).
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Pastard Moqli, jekk jogħġbok kunu ċerti li ma jintuża l-ebda taħlita tad-dqiq għall-qali.
For the Pastard Moqli, please ensure no flour batter is used for frying.
Watch out for
Sometimes a light flour dredge is used for extra crispiness, or it might be served with high-carb dips.
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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