Pulpetti tal-Ħut (Keto Modified)
Maltese Fish Patties (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, with a tweak: request no breadcrumbs, flour, or mashed potato in the patties. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Flavorful patties made from white fish, herbs, garlic, and egg, pan-fried to a golden crisp. Modified to be keto by using a carb-free binder instead of traditional breadcrumbs or potato.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., cod, hake), eggs, parsley, garlic, onion, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, pepper, keto-friendly binder (e.g., almond flour, coconut flour, crushed pork rinds).
How to make it keto
Request no breadcrumbs, flour, or mashed potato in the patties. Confirm they are pan-fried in olive oil or similar keto-friendly fat. Ask for a side salad or steamed green vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Pulpetti tal-Ħut, mingħajr frak tal-ħobż, dqiq jew patata maxx fil-pulpetti. Ikkonferma moqlija fiż-żejt taż-żebbuġa. Nista' nitlob insalata jew ħaxix bil-fwar bħala kontorn?
For the Pulpetti tal-Ħut, no breadcrumbs, flour, or mashed potato in the patties. Confirm pan-fried in olive oil. Can I have a side salad or steamed green vegetables?
Watch out for
Traditional recipes use breadcrumbs and/or mashed potatoes as binders, often served with fries or bread.
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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