Samaki wa Mchuzi wa Limao
Fish in Lemon Sauce (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Kenyan dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish, typically Tilapia or Nile Perch, pan-fried or gently simmered in a light, tangy sauce made with fresh lime or lemon juice, sautéed onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, and fresh coriander. It's a naturally low-carb dish when served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Fish fillets (Tilapia/Nile Perch), fresh lime/lemon juice, red onions, garlic, ginger, green chilies, fresh coriander, cooking oil, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour or starch is used for thickening the sauce or coating the fish. Explicitly request no sugar to be added to balance the tanginess, as some restaurant chefs might do.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in restaurant sauces, served with high-carb side dishes by default (e.g., rice, ugali).
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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