Hout bil Tahini (Keto-Style)
Baked Fish in Tahini Sauce (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice or bread. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flaky white fish (such as sea bream or grouper) baked with a rich, creamy tahini sauce, seasoned with garlic, lemon juice, and aromatic spices. Served with a generous drizzle of olive oil. Ensure to omit any traditional rice or bread sides.
Key ingredients
White fish fillet, tahini paste, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, fresh cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice or bread. Confirm no hidden sugars in the tahini sauce or excessive use of high-carb vegetables in the preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حوت بالطحينة، بدون أرز أو خبز لو سمحت. تأكد أن صلصة الطحينة لا تحتوي على سكريات خفية ولا إفراط في الخضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
Hout bil Tahini, no rice or bread please. Confirm no hidden sugars in the tahini sauce and limited high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional side of rice or bread. Some restaurant tahini sauces may contain added sugar. Overly large portions of tomatoes or onions in the sauce.
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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