Tagine de Poisson (Keto Modified)
Fish and Vegetable Tagine (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful fish tagine featuring tender white fish fillets or mixed seafood, slow-cooked with bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, olives, preserved lemon, and a rich blend of Moroccan spices in olive oil. This keto version is prepared without potatoes and served without bread or couscous.
Key ingredients
White fish fillets (e.g., sole, snapper) or mixed seafood, bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, preserved lemon, green olives, olive oil, cumin, paprika, ginger, turmeric, saffron, cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes. Ensure no sugar is added to the sauce. Served without bread or couscous.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين السمك، من فضلك بدون بطاطس أو جزر. الصلصة قليلة وبدون سكر مضاف. ومن غير خبز أو أرز أو كسكس لو سمحت.
For the Tagine de Poisson, please, no potatoes or carrots. Minimal tomato sauce with no added sugar. And no couscous, rice, or bread, please.
Watch out for
Potatoes are commonly added; hidden sugar in sauce; preserved lemon brine can contribute minimal carbs.
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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