Sardines Mchouya (Keto)
Grilled Moroccan Sardines with Charmoula (No Carbs)
Yes, with a tweak: request to be served without bread or any starchy side dishes. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Fresh sardines, often butterflied and marinated in a vibrant charmoula (a mix of herbs, garlic, cumin, and paprika), then grilled until crispy. A naturally keto-friendly dish, especially if served with a simple green salad instead of bread.
Key ingredients
Fresh sardines, charmoula (parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice), olive oil, salt.
How to make it keto
Request to be served without bread or any starchy side dishes.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in charmoula (unlikely for traditional versions), starchy sides.
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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