Sardines Grillées à la Marocaine
Moroccan Grilled Sardines with Chermoula (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A coastal Moroccan delicacy, fresh sardines are butterflied, generously stuffed with a vibrant chermoula paste (a blend of garlic, fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley, spices such as cumin and paprika, lemon juice, and olive oil), and then grilled or pan-fried until perfectly cooked.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, lemon juice, salt, pepper
Optional tweaks
Ensure no accompanying bread or rice. Often served with a simple tomato and cucumber salad; confirm no sugary dressing is used.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
Sardines Grillées à la Marocaine: بدون أرز أو خبز، من فضلك. أريد سلطة خضراء بسيطة (بدون صلصة سكرية) أو خضروات مشوية قليلة الكربوهيدرات.
Sardines Grillées à la Marocaine: no rice or bread. I'd prefer a simple green salad (no sugary dressing) or plain grilled low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
None inherent in the dish itself. The primary risk comes from carb-rich sides typically served alongside, such as 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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