Fish Tagine with Olives and Preserved Lemon (No Carrots/Potatoes)
Moroccan Fish Tagine
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes or carrots. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
White fish fillets (e.g., cod, snapper) or sardines slow-cooked in a tagine with a flavorful sauce of tomatoes, bell peppers, preserved lemon, and olives, seasoned with chermoula spices. Modified to omit high-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets or whole sardines, tomatoes, bell peppers, green olives, preserved lemons, olive oil, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, chili, cilantro, parsley, water.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes or carrots. Ask for no added sugar in the sauce. Confirm that only limited low-carb vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini (if available) are used.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, and chickpeas are common additions. Tomato-based sauces can contain hidden sugars. Often served with couscous or bread, which must be avoided.
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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