Changu Choma
Grilled Red Snapper
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
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2gTotal carbs
0gFibre
70gProtein
35gFat
600Calories
What it is
Whole red snapper, marinated simply with salt, pepper, lemon, and often a touch of garlic and ginger, then grilled over open flames until flaky. A popular coastal dish, naturally low-carb.
Key ingredients
Whole red snapper, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Request no sugary marinades, which are rare for Choma anyway. Served without traditional starch sides.
Watch out for
None if prepared simply.
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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