Sardines Grillées à la Chermoula
Grilled Sardines with Herb and Spice Marinade
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines, typically butterflied, marinated in chermoula—a potent and aromatic blend of fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, spices (cumin, paprika), olive oil, and lemon juice. They are then grilled to perfection, a staple of Moroccan coastal cuisine.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glaze is used in the cooking process. Request without any carby side dishes like bread, rice, or potatoes.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سردين مشوي بالشرمولة، لو سمحت بدون خبز أو أي نشويات جانبية.
For Sardines Grillées à la Chermoula, please serve without bread or any starchy sides.
Watch out for
Often served with bread or starchy sides. Rarely, some restaurants might add a small amount of sugar to the chermoula marinade.
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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