سمك مقلي
Pan-Fried Fish (unbreaded)
Yes, with a tweak: request no flour or breading; ensure it's pan-fried in oil only. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
Whole or filleted fish, seasoned simply with spices like cumin, salt, pepper, and sometimes a hint of chili, then pan-fried in olive oil or other cooking oil until crispy. Served with lemon wedges.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Sea Bream, Tilapia, Red Mullet), olive oil, garlic, lemon, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika.
How to make it keto
Request no flour or breading; ensure it's pan-fried in oil only. Omit any high-carb sauces or sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سمك مقلي بدون طحين أو بقسماط من فضلك. فقط مقلي بالزيت، وبدون صلصات أو أطباق جانبية نشوية.
For the سمك مقلي, please no flour or breading. Just pan-fry it in oil, with no high-carb sauces or sides.
Watch out for
Hidden flour in seasoning blend, sugary marinades (unlikely for simple fried fish), served with high-carb sides (e.g., rice, potatoes).
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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