Izgara Balık (Grilled Fish with Lemon and Greens)
Grilled Whole Fish (e.g., Sea Bass, Sea Bream) with Lemon and Greens
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the fish is simply grilled with oil and spices, no breading. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Turkish dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole fish, such as Sea Bass (Levrek) or Sea Bream (Çipura), simply grilled and seasoned with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Typically served with lemon wedges and a fresh green salad.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., sea bass), olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, mixed green salad (lettuce, rocket, red cabbage), onion, tomatoes.
How to make it keto
Confirm the fish is simply grilled with oil and spices, no breading. Request a simple green salad with olive oil and lemon juice dressing, ensuring no sugary dressing. Absolutely omit any accompanying bread, rice, or potatoes.
Watch out for
Sugary salad dressings, traditional high-carb sides (bread, rice, potatoes).
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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