Samak bil Salsa Khadra
Fish with Green Herb Sauce (Keto-Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
Fresh grilled or baked fish (such as sea bass or snapper) generously topped with a vibrant green sauce made from fresh parsley, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fish fillets (e.g., sea bass, snapper), fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, cumin, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure fish is grilled or baked, not breaded or fried with flour. Confirm no sugar in the sauce. Serve with keto-friendly side (e.g., simple green salad).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
السمك بالصلصة الخضراء، لو سمحت مشوي أو مخبوز، بدون طحين أو تغليف. وتأكد أن لا سكر في الصلصة. مع سلطة خضراء بسيطة.
For Samak bil Salsa Khadra, please grill or bake fish, no breading/flour. Confirm no sugar in sauce. Serve with a simple green salad.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in marinade/sauce, serving with carb-heavy sides like rice or potatoes.
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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