Żebbuġ Mimli
Stuffed Olives
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
Large, briny green or black olives, carefully pitted and generously stuffed with savory fillings such as anchovy paste, tuna, capers, or a blend of creamy and hard cheeses. A popular antipasto item.
Key ingredients
Large green or black olives, anchovy paste, tuna in olive oil, capers, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil.
Optional tweaks
N/A (naturally keto). Verify that the stuffing contains no breadcrumbs, rice, or other high-carb fillers.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Jekk jogħġbok ivverifika li l-mili taż-Żebbuġ Mimli ma fihx frak tal-ħobż, ross jew fillers oħra b'ħafna karboidrati.
Please verify the Żebbuġ Mimli stuffing contains no breadcrumbs, rice, or high-carb fillers.
Watch out for
The primary risk is carbohydrate-heavy fillers in the stuffing, such as breadcrumbs or rice. Always inquire about the stuffing ingredients.
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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