Sardele na žaru
Grilled Sardines with Garlic and Olive Oil
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Slovenian dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines, simply grilled with olive oil and garlic, a staple of the Slovenian coast. Naturally keto when served as is, without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, olive oil, garlic, parsley, lemon, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or flour. Request to be served with just lemon or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar, avoiding any starchy sides (e.g., polenta, potatoes).
Say this to the waiter (Slovenian)
Sardele na žaru prosim brez paniranja ali moke. Prosim samo z limono ali zeleno solato z oljem in kisom. Brez škrobnih prilog.
Sardele na žaru, please, with no breading or flour. Just lemon, or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar. No starchy sides.
Watch out for
Traditional starch sides (polenta, potatoes), bread, hidden sugars in marinades (unlikely for sardines).
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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