Сугудай
Sugudai (Siberian Raw Fish Salad)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Russian dishes.
What it is
A traditional Siberian dish featuring thinly sliced raw or lightly salted fish (often muksun, omul, or similar whitefish) marinated in oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), and herbs, typically with fresh onion. It's a flavorful, refreshing, and naturally keto appetizer.
Key ingredients
Fresh whitefish fillet (e.g., pike-perch, cod, salmon), red onion, sunflower oil, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, black pepper, fresh dill or cilantro.
Optional tweaks
Ensure fish is fresh and of sushi/sashimi grade. No hidden sugars in the marinade. Traditionally served without any bread or other carbs, making it naturally keto.
Say this to the waiter (Russian)
Сугудай: убедитесь, что в маринаде нет скрытого сахара. Пожалуйста, подайте без хлеба и других углеводов.
For Сугудай, please confirm no hidden sugars in the marinade. Serve without bread or other carbs.
Watch out for
Excess onion or sugar in marinade, though uncommon. Often served with bread (omit).
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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