Smazhena Ryba (Bez Muka)
Pan-Fried Fish (Flour-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no flour, breading, or cornmeal. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ukrainian dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole fish or fillets (commonly carp, pike, or perch) simply pan-fried until the skin is golden and crispy and the flesh is tender, seasoned only with salt and pepper, without any flour or breading.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets (e.g., carp, pike, perch), salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., sunflower oil, butter).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no flour, breading, or cornmeal. Ensure the fish is pan-fried plain in oil or butter. Request keto-friendly sides such as a simple cucumber and dill salad with oil and vinegar, or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional flour or breadcrumb coating, often served with high-carb sides like boiled potatoes or rice.
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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