Platt tal-Ħut Mixwi (mingħajr Karboidrati)
Grilled Local Fish and Seafood Platter (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely vital to request no potatoes (roasted, boiled, or fries), rice, or bread. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
A generous platter featuring a selection of freshly grilled local fish (e.g., seabass, grouper, amberjack) and seafood (e.g., king prawns, mussels, calamari), simply seasoned and drizzled with olive oil and lemon.
Key ingredients
Assorted fresh local fish fillets/steaks, assorted seafood (prawns, mussels, calamari rings), olive oil, lemon, garlic, fresh herbs (parsley, mint), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely vital to request no potatoes (roasted, boiled, or fries), rice, or bread. Ask for a side of steamed vegetables (e.g., broccoli, spinach) or a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Platt tal-Ħut Mixwi, jekk jogħġbok mingħajr patata, ross, jew ħobż. Nixtieq ħaxix bil-fwar jew insalata ħadra biż-żejt taż-żebbuġa u l-ħall.
For the Platt tal-Ħut Mixwi, please no potatoes, rice, or bread. I'd like steamed vegetables or a green salad with olive oil and vinegar.
Watch out for
Ensure no sugary marinades are used. Calamari can sometimes be breaded (ensure grilled, not fried/breaded). Mussels are naturally low carb but ensure sauces are keto-friendly.
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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