Sardines Chermoula
Sardines Stuffed with Chermoula (Herb Paste)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines butterflied and generously stuffed with a vibrant chermoula paste made from parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili, lemon juice, and olive oil. They are then typically pan-fried or baked, offering a delicious and naturally keto seafood option rich in Omega-3s.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, olive oil, parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, lemon juice, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no flour dredging or breading is used if the sardines are fried. Request no bread served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة للسردين شرمولة، من فضلك تأكد أنه بدون تغليف بالخبز ولا أرز أو بطاطس كطبق جانبي. سلطة خضراء بسيطة ستكون ممتازة.
For Sardines Chermoula, please ensure no breading and no rice or potatoes as sides. A simple green salad would be great.
Watch out for
If pan-fried, sometimes flour or breadcrumbs are used for dredging. Often served with bread.
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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