Samak M'chermel
Baked or Grilled Fish with Chermoula (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no sugar in the chermoula marinade. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh fish (often sea bass, dorade, or sardines) marinated in chermoula, a vibrant Moroccan paste of herbs, garlic, spices, and olive oil, then baked or grilled. This dish is inherently keto-friendly, provided no sugary marinades are used and it's served without high-carb sides.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fillets, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, lemon juice, sometimes preserved lemon.
How to make it keto
Confirm no sugar in the chermoula marinade. Request to be served with a simple green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables instead of rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سمك مشرمل، من فضلك بدون بطاطس أو أرز. مع سلطة خضراء بسيطة أو خضروات مشوية.
For the Samak M'chermel, please, no potatoes or rice. Serve with a simple green salad or grilled low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes or marinades (uncommon for chermoula but worth checking), served with high-carb sides.
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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