Hout bil Basbas (سمك بالبسْبس)
Fish with Fennel Stew
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
A fragrant and light stew featuring flaky white fish (such as sea bream or grouper) gently cooked with fresh fennel bulbs, garlic, a splash of lemon juice, and olive oil in a delicate broth.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets, fresh fennel bulbs, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, fish broth or water, fresh parsley, salt, white pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. Served without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء التأكد من عدم إضافة بطاطا، حمص أو أي خضروات نشوية. وأريده بدون أرز أو خبز.
Please make sure there are no potatoes, chickpeas, or starchy vegetables added. Serve it without rice or bread.
Watch out for
None significant.
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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