Qarnit il-Forna (mingħajr Patata)
Baked Octopus (without Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely essential to request no potatoes, which are almost always baked alongside the octopus in this traditional dish. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent octopus slowly baked in the oven with garlic, herbs, cherry tomatoes, and generous olive oil, resulting in tender, flavourful meat.
Key ingredients
Octopus, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, white wine (optional), rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely essential to request no potatoes, which are almost always baked alongside the octopus in this traditional dish. Ask for extra leafy greens or a simple side salad.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għall-Qarnit il-Forna, jekk jogħġbok mingħajr patata. Nixtieq ħaxix aħdar abbundanti jew insalata sempliċi bħala kontorn.
For the Qarnit il-Forna, please no potatoes. Can I have extra leafy greens or a simple side salad instead?
Watch out for
Cherry tomatoes contribute natural sugars. White wine adds minimal carbs. Ensure no thickening agents are used in the sauce.
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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