سمك مقلي (بدون دقيق)
Pan-Fried Fish (Unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: specify absolutely no flour or breading (بدون دقيق) is to be used on the fish. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Egyptian dishes.
What it is
Whole fish (like Tilapia or Bulti) or substantial fillets seasoned simply with salt, pepper, cumin, and lemon, then pan-fried until the skin is crispy and the flesh is tender, without any flour coating.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, cooking oil (generous amount), lemon, cumin, salt, pepper, coriander.
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify absolutely no flour or breading (بدون دقيق) is to be used on the fish. Ensure no rice or bread is served as a side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
السمك المقلي لو سمحت، تأكدوا إنه بدون دقيق نهائي. ومن فضلك بدون رز أو خبز جانبي.
For the سمك مقلي, please ensure absolutely no flour or breading is used on the fish. No rice or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Almost always breaded with flour before frying in Egyptian restaurants. Traditionally served with substantial portions of rice and pita bread. Hidden sugars in accompanying sauces (uncommon but possible).
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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