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Spiced Dried Shark (without rice)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure it's served without rice or any starchy side dishes. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
A unique and traditional Qatari dish featuring dried shark meat (or other firm white fish), rehydrated and then sautéed with onions, garlic, ginger, and a strong blend of local spices, often with a hint of dried lime or tamarind. The texture is flaky and intensely flavorful.
Key ingredients
Dried shark meat (or other dried firm white fish), onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander, black pepper, red chili powder, dried lime, olive oil or ghee.
How to make it keto
Ensure it's served without rice or any starchy side dishes. Confirm no added sugar in the seasoning blend.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice; must be omitted. Check for any sweet elements in the spice blend or tamarind paste.
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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