Baked Fish with Chermoula (No Rice/Couscous)
Moroccan Baked White Fish with Herb Chermoula
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, couscous, or any starchy vegetables. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A whole baked fish (e.g., sea bream, cod) generously coated in chermoula, a vibrant Moroccan marinade made from fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and a blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and chili.
Key ingredients
Whole white fish, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, couscous, or any starchy vegetables. Ensure no sugary glazes are used on the fish. Confirm only low-carb vegetables are served on the side, if any.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة للسمك بالشرملة، لو سمحت بدون أرز أو كسكس أو خضار نشوية. هل ممكن التأكد من عدم استخدام صلصات سكرية، وتقديم خضار قليلة الكربوهيدرات فقط؟
Baked Fish with Chermoula: no rice, couscous, or starchy vegetables. Please ensure no sugary glazes and only low-carb veggies on the side.
Watch out for
Chermoula itself is generally keto-friendly, but always confirm no sugar is added. High-carb side dishes are a common accompaniment and must be omitted.
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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