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Grilled Whole Fish with Chermoula (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: request no rice, bread, or potatoes. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole fish (such as sea bream, sardine, or sea bass) marinated in a vibrant, herbaceous chermoula sauce (cilantro, parsley, garlic, spices, lemon juice, olive oil) and grilled to perfection. Served without carb-heavy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Whole fish, chermoula (cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Request no rice, bread, or potatoes. Confirm chermoula does not contain sugar (authentic recipes typically do not).
Watch out for
Chermoula can have trace carbs from herbs and garlic. Some restaurants might add a touch of sugar to marinades, so inquiry is advised.
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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