Poisson à la Chermoula (Grillé ou au Four, Accompagnement Keto)
Chermoula-Marinated Fish (Grilled or Baked, with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar in the chermoula marinade. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh white fish (like sea bass, sardines, or red snapper) marinated in chermoula, a vibrant Moroccan herb and spice paste with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cilantro, and cumin. Grilled or baked until flaky and flavorful, served with keto-friendly vegetables.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, olive oil, lemon juice, cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper. Optional: bell peppers, zucchini for sides.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar in the chermoula marinade. Request a side of grilled low-carb vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant) or a simple green salad instead of rice or bread.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add a pinch of sugar to the chermoula for balance or caramelization. Starchy sides are common.
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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