Sardines Grillées (sans panure)
Grilled Fresh Sardines with Herbs and Spices
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no breading/flour if pan-fried. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh whole sardines, often marinated in chermoula (a blend of herbs, spices, garlic, and lemon), then grilled or pan-fried. A common and flavorful dish, especially in coastal areas.
Key ingredients
Fresh whole sardines, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, cilantro.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no breading/flour if pan-fried. Decline bread or any carb-heavy sides (e.g., rice, fries).
Watch out for
Flour/breadcrumbs if pan-fried (must confirm 'no breading'), high-carb side dishes, potential for sugary glaze (uncommon but possible).
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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