Smazhena Ryba
Unbreaded Pan-Fried Fish
Yes, with a tweak: request no breading, flour, or cornmeal coating whatsoever. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (such as carp, cod, or pike perch) pan-fried simply with oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, achieving a crispy exterior and flaky interior, without any breading.
Key ingredients
Fish fillets or whole fish, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil), salt, black pepper, lemon (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no breading, flour, or cornmeal coating whatsoever. Ensure it's pan-fried simply with oil and seasoning.
Watch out for
Traditional pan-fried fish is almost always breaded or floured. Ensure strict adherence to an unbreaded preparation. Any sauces served alongside should be checked for sugar.
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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