Bar au Sel (avec Légumes Verts Grillés)
Whole Sea Bass Baked in Salt Crust with Grilled Green Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potato, rice, or other starchy side dishes are served with the fish. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A whole Mediterranean sea bass, expertly baked in a crust of coarse sea salt, which gently steams the fish to lock in its moisture and delicate flavor. Served with a side of simple grilled green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Whole sea bass, coarse sea salt, egg whites (for binding salt crust), fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary), lemon slices, olive oil, green vegetables (e.g., asparagus, zucchini, broccoli), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potato, rice, or other starchy side dishes are served with the fish. Confirm the salt crust is made only of salt and egg whites, not a flour-based dough.
Watch out for
Starchy side dishes (potatoes, rice), sugary glazes on vegetables, bread served with the fish.
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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