Balık Izgara
Grilled Whole Fish with Lemon & Greens
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
A whole fresh fish (such as sea bass 'Levrek' or sea bream 'Çipura') simply grilled with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon. Best served with a generous side of green salad or rocket, ensuring no starchy sides like potatoes.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Levrek/Çipura), olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, rocket or mixed greens.
Optional tweaks
Explicitly request no rice, no potatoes (including fries), and no bread. Confirm that any accompanying salad dressing is a simple olive oil and lemon vinaigrette, without sugar.
Watch out for
Potential sugary salad dressings. Starchy side dishes like fries or boiled potatoes are common in restaurants and must be avoided.
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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