Pixxispad Mixwi
Grilled Swordfish (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit any potato or starchy side dishes. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Fresh swordfish steak, simply grilled or pan-fried, often seasoned with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, highlighting the fish's natural flavour. Traditionally served with potatoes.
Key ingredients
Swordfish steak, olive oil, lemon, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request to omit any potato or starchy side dishes. Ask for plain grilled vegetables (e.g., asparagus, zucchini, broccoli) with butter or olive oil. Confirm no sugary glazes or sauces.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Pixxispad Mixwi, jekk jogħġbok, bla patata jew lamtu. Nista' nitlob ħaxix grilled sempliċi (asparagu, qarabagħli, brokkoli) biż-żejt jew butir? Bla zlazi ħelwin.
For the Pixxispad Mixwi, please omit potatoes or starchy sides. May I have plain grilled vegetables (asparagus, zucchini, broccoli) with butter/olive oil? No sugary glazes/sauces.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinades or sauces, default starchy side dishes (e.g., potatoes, fries), or carb-heavy salad dressings.
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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