Hout Mchermel Mashwi
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
Fresh whole fish or fillets (such as sea bass, snapper, or sardines) generously marinated in chermoula, a bright and aromatic Moroccan sauce made from fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, and lemon juice. The fish is then grilled or baked to perfection, offering a flavorful and naturally keto meal.
Key ingredients
White fish (e.g., sea bass, snapper, sardines), fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, preserved lemon (optional), salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure that no sugar is added to the chermoula marinade or any accompanying sauces. Request to serve with a simple green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables instead of rice, potatoes, or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حوت مشرمل مشوي من فضلك. بدون سكر في الشرمولة أو أي صلصات مرافقة. قدموه مع سلطة خضراء بسيطة أو خضروات مشوية، بدل الأرز أو البطاطس أو الخبز.
Hout Mchermel Mashwi, please. No sugar in the chermoula or sauces. Serve with a green salad or grilled vegetables instead of rice, potatoes, or bread.
Watch out for
Typically served with high-carb sides like rice, potatoes, or bread. Some non-traditional chermoula recipes might include a minimal amount of sugar, though it's uncommon for authentic preparations.
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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