Hout Qassoul (Fish Stew with Bell Peppers & Tomatoes)
Fish Stew with Bell Peppers & Tomatoes (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or rice. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful fish stew featuring firm white fish or whole fish steaks cooked in a rich sauce of bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and spices. This keto adaptation omits the traditional potatoes.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (e.g., cod, snapper), bell peppers (various colors), tomatoes (fresh or crushed), garlic, olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro/parsley, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or rice. Confirm minimal tomato quantity or opt for a less saucy preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحوت قصيول، رجاءً بدون بطاطا أو رز. وقللوا من الطماطم أو حضّروها بصلصة أقل.
For the Hout Qassoul, please serve without potatoes or rice. Use minimal tomato, or prepare it less saucy.
Watch out for
Potatoes, rice, excessive use of sugary tomato paste/sauce, hidden sugars in spice blends.
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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