Hout Mechoui bel Chermoula (Keto)
Chermoula Grilled Fish (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, no fries, no bread. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (such as sea bass, snapper, or sardines) marinated in a vibrant chermoula paste of herbs, garlic, spices, and lemon, then grilled to perfection. Served without traditional rice or fries.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillet, olive oil, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, chili powder.
How to make it keto
Request no rice, no fries, no bread. Ask for a simple green salad or extra olives as a side if available.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حوت مشوي بالشرمولة من فضلك. بدون أرز، بطاطس مقلية أو خبز. أرغب بسلطة خضراء بسيطة أو زيتون إضافي كطبق جانبي.
Hout Mechoui bel Chermoula, please. No rice, fries, or bread. I'd like a simple green salad or extra olives as a side.
Watch out for
Minimal. Ensure no sugary glaze is used (unlikely for traditional 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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