Samak Maqli
Pan-Fried Fish Fillet (Breading-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: request NO breading or flour on the fish. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish fillet (such as Red Snapper, Sea Bream, or Hammour) seasoned with salt, pepper, cumin, and lemon, then pan-fried in olive oil or ghee until golden brown and flaky. This preparation focuses on the natural flavor of the fish.
Key ingredients
Fish fillet, olive oil or ghee, salt, black pepper, cumin, lemon wedges.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request NO breading or flour on the fish. Confirm it's pan-fried in olive oil or ghee (avoiding vegetable oils if possible). Specify no rice, bread, or high-carb sauces as sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
السمك المقلي، لو سمحت بدون بقسماط أو طحين. اقليه بزيت الزيتون أو السمنة. وبدون أرز، خبز، أو صلصات عالية الكربوهيدرات كإضافات.
For the Samak Maqli, no breading or flour. Pan-fry in olive oil or ghee. No rice, bread, or high-carb sauces on the side.
Watch out for
Traditional flour-based breading is the primary carb risk. Some restaurants might use sugary marinades or high-carb sauces. Served with rice or potatoes is common.
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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