Hout M'qalli bil Chermoula (Keto)
Pan-Fried Fish Fillet with Chermoula (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: specify no flour or breading on the fish. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Thick white fish fillets (e.g., seabass, cod, hake) marinated in a rich chermoula paste, then pan-fried to a golden crisp. The cooking method locks in the herbaceous, garlicky, and spiced flavors of the chermoula.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, cooking oil (e.g., olive, avocado).
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify no flour or breading on the fish. Request it pan-fried in olive oil. Serve with a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Restaurant typically uses flour for pan-frying fish. Pre-made marinades could contain sugar, though less common for chermoula.
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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