Hout Bil Chermoula
Baked or Grilled Fish with Chermoula Marinade (Keto-Friendly)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Whole fish or fillets (e.g., sea bass, snapper, or cod) marinated in a vibrant, aromatic chermoula sauce. This sauce is a blend of fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and spices (paprika, cumin). The fish is then baked or grilled to perfection.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, sometimes a touch of chili powder.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, or rice are baked or served alongside the fish. The chermoula itself is keto-friendly.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الحوت بالشرمولة، من فضلك بدون خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات مثل البطاطس. وبدون أرز أو خبز.
For the Hout Bel Chermoula, please ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes. Omit any rice or bread.
Watch out for
Minimal. The primary risk would be if high-carb vegetables are baked or served with the fish as part of a side dish.
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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