Gebratene Eglifilets (ohne Panade) mit Zitrone und Kräutern
Pan-fried Perch Fillets (unbreaded) with Lemon and Herbs
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request the fish to be prepared 'ohne Panade' (without breading/flour dredging). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Delicate fillets of freshwater perch (Egli), pan-fried in butter until golden brown, seasoned simply with lemon and fresh herbs. Served without breading and accompanied by a light side of steamed or sautéed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Perch fillets (Egli), butter, lemon, fresh parsley or dill, salt, pepper. Served with a side of steamed spinach, broccoli, or a green salad.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request the fish to be prepared 'ohne Panade' (without breading/flour dredging). Ask for low-carb vegetable sides (e.g., steamed spinach, green beans, or a mixed green salad with oil & vinegar) instead of potatoes or rice.
Say this to the waiter (German)
Gebratene Eglifilets, bitte. Ohne Panade oder Mehl zubereitet. Dazu kohlenhydratarmes Gemüse, keine Kartoffeln oder Reis.
Gebratene Eglifilets, please. No breading or flour. Serve with low-carb vegetables, no potatoes or rice.
Watch out for
The traditional breading or flour dredging is the primary carb risk. Some restaurants might use a sugary marinade or sauce. High-carb side dishes are common.
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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