Trill Moqli (Mingħajr Panura)
Pan-fried Red Mullet (No Breading)
Yes, with a tweak: ask for the fish to be pan-fried 'mingħajr panura' (without breading/flour). Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Small, delicate fresh red mullet (Trill), pan-fried in olive oil or butter until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Prepared without any flour or breading.
Key ingredients
Fresh red mullet, olive oil or butter, lemon, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ask for the fish to be pan-fried 'mingħajr panura' (without breading/flour). Request a side of non-starchy vegetables instead of traditional potato or chips.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Nixtieq it-Trill Moqli mingħajr panura jew dqiq. Bil-ħaxix bla lamtu bħala side, mhux patata jew chips.
Can I have the Trill Moqli without breading or flour? Please serve with non-starchy vegetables, not potato or chips.
Watch out for
Hidden flour/breading (if not specified), high-carb side dishes.
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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