Moroccan Sardines with Chermoula (Keto)
Pan-Fried or Baked Sardines Stuffed with Herb-Spice Paste
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines butterflied and stuffed with a vibrant, flavorful chermoula paste made from herbs, garlic, spices, and olive oil, then pan-fried or baked. Naturally low-carb and rich in healthy fats.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, olive oil, cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, preserved lemon (rind only), lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour coating if pan-fried. Confirm no sugar in the chermoula. Request no carb sides like bread or potatoes.
Watch out for
Flour coating if pan-fried. Served with bread or potato sides. Hidden sugar in pre-made 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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