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Grilled Monkfish Fillet with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: request the fish to be grilled or pan-fried with olive oil, no breading. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
A firm, meaty white fish fillet (monkfish) grilled to perfection. Naturally low-carb, it pairs excellently with a side of olive oil-dressed keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Monkfish fillet, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper. Served with grilled or steamed asparagus, spinach, or blitva (Swiss chard).
How to make it keto
Request the fish to be grilled or pan-fried with olive oil, no breading. Explicitly ask for no potatoes, rice, bread, or other starchy sides. Request a double portion of grilled or steamed non-starchy vegetables, seasoned simply.
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Ribo na žaru/ponvi z oljem, brez paniranja. Brez krompirja, riža, kruha, škrobnih prilog. Dvojna porcija keto zelenjave, prosim.
Grill/pan-fry fish with olive oil, no breading. No potatoes, rice, bread, starchy sides. Double simply seasoned grilled/steamed keto vegetables, please.
Watch out for
Any breading on the fish; starchy side dishes (e.g., potatoes, rice, polenta); sauces with added sugar or 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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