Sardines Grillées (Grilled Sardines with Chermoula)
Moroccan Grilled Sardines with Herb and Spice Marinade (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or fries as a side. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines marinated in vibrant chermoula (a classic Moroccan paste of garlic, cumin, paprika, cilantro, lemon juice, and olive oil), then grilled until perfectly cooked and slightly crispy. A popular and healthy coastal dish. Served without traditional bread or fries.
Key ingredients
Fresh whole sardines, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or fries as a side. Ensure chermoula is made without added sugar (which is typical).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
السردين المشوي، من فضلك بدون خبز أو بطاطا مقلية. وهل الشرمولة معموله بدون سكر مضاف؟
For the Sardines Grillées, please no bread or fries. Is the chermoula made without added sugar?
Watch out for
Typically served with bread and sometimes fries.
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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