Hout bil Limoun
Baked/Pan-Seared Fish with Lemon-Garlic-Herb Sauce (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour thickeners in the sauce. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
A delicate fish fillet (such as sea bream or cod) baked or pan-seared to perfection, then bathed in a vibrant and zesty sauce made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and a blend of aromatic herbs. Traditionally served with rice or bread, but modified for keto.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh garlic, fresh parsley/cilantro/dill, salt, black pepper, butter (optional, for richness).
How to make it keto
Request no flour thickeners in the sauce. Ensure no added sugar. Serve with a side of simple steamed green vegetables instead of rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حوت بالليمون، لو سمحت بدون دقيق لتكثيف الصلصة ولا سكر مضاف. يقدم مع خضار خضراء مطهوة على البخار، بدلاً من الرز أو الخبز.
Hout bil Limoun, no flour thickeners or added sugar in the sauce. Serve with simple steamed green vegetables instead of rice or bread.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in sauces or glazes. Flour thickeners. Accompaniments like rice or bread.
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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