Keto Mahi ba Sabzi (Pan-Seared Fish with Herbs & Vegetables)
Pan-Seared Fish with Fresh Herbs & Sautéed Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breading on the fish. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple yet elegant dish featuring a pan-seared fish fillet (such as white fish or trout) cooked with a generous amount of fresh herbs (like dill, parsley, cilantro) and often served alongside sautéed keto-friendly vegetables like onions, peppers, or zucchini. Focuses on the protein and fresh flavors.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet (e.g., trout, seabass), olive oil, fresh herbs (dill, parsley, cilantro), onions, bell peppers, zucchini, lemon juice, turmeric, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no breading on the fish. Confirm only keto-friendly vegetables are used (e.g., no potatoes, carrots, or corn). Explicitly request no rice.
Say this to the waiter (Persian)
برای ماهی با سبزی، لطفاً ماهی بدون سوخاری باشد. فقط از سبزیجات مجاز کتو (نه سیبزمینی، هویج یا ذرت) استفاده شود. پلو هم نمیخواهم.
For Mahi ba Sabzi, please ensure no breading on the fish. Use only keto-friendly vegetables, no potatoes, carrots, or corn. No rice.
Watch out for
Risk of hidden sugars in marinades. Ensure no starchy vegetables are included with the sautéed sides.
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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