سمك صيادية (بدون أرز)
Fish Sayadeya (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no Sayadeya rice is served. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Egyptian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful dish featuring whole or filleted white fish (such as sea bass or snapper) cooked in a rich, deeply caramelized onion and tomato-based sauce, heavily spiced with cumin and coriander. This version is served without the traditional rice.
Key ingredients
Whole fish/fillet (e.g., Sea Bass, Snapper), onions, tomato paste, garlic, spices (e.g., cumin, coriander, turmeric), olive oil, fish broth, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no Sayadeya rice is served. Confirm no added sugar is used for the onion caramelization, which should be achieved naturally over low heat.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سمك صيادية بدون أرز، من فضلك. وهل ممكن تتأكد لي البصل مكرمل بدون سكر؟
Samak Sayadeya without rice. Please confirm no added sugar for the onion caramelization.
Watch out for
This dish is almost always served with a specific high-carb Sayadeya rice. Onion caramelization in some less authentic preparations might involve added 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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