Summien Mixwi
Grilled Quail with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request to omit all potato or bread-based sides. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Whole quail, marinated and grilled, offering tender, flavorful meat. Often served with traditional potato sides, which need to be omitted for a keto diet.
Key ingredients
Quail, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request to omit all potato or bread-based sides. Ask for extra grilled low-carb vegetables (e.g., broccoli, spinach, asparagus) or a simple side salad (no croutons, no sugary dressing). Ensure no sugary marinades.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għas-Summien Mixwi, jekk jogħġbok mingħajr patata jew ħobż. Nixtieq ħaxix grilled b'karboidrati baxxi jew insalata sempliċi mingħajr croutons jew dressing biz-zokkor. L-ebda marinata biz-zokkor.
For the Summien Mixwi, no potato or bread sides. I'd like extra grilled low-carb vegetables or a side salad without croutons/sugary dressing. No sugary marinades.
Watch out for
Sugary marinades, traditional high-carb side dishes (potatoes, fries), sauces with thickeners.
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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