Samak Sayadieh (Keto Modified)
Baked Fish with Caramelized Onion and Spices (No Rice)
Yes, with a tweak: omit the rice. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Lebanese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A deconstructed version of the classic fisherman's dish. Flaky white fish (such as cod or snapper) is baked with a flavorful blend of caramelized onions, pine nuts, and Sayadieh spices (cumin, allspice, turmeric), served without the traditional rice pilaf.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets, olive oil, onions, pine nuts, Sayadieh spice blend (cumin, allspice, turmeric), lemon juice, fresh parsley, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit the rice. Ensure onions are not excessively caramelized to reduce sugar content. Confirm no flour is used to thicken any sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
صيادية السمك، من فضلك بدون أرز. تأكد أن البصل ليس مكرملًا بكثرة، وأن الصلصة لا تحتوي على طحين.
For the Samak Sayadieh, please omit the rice. Ensure onions aren't too caramelized, and no flour is used to thicken the sauce.
Watch out for
Caramelized onions contribute natural sugars; ensure pine nuts are used sparingly if watching calories/fat. Check for hidden sugars in spice blends.
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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