Samak Bil Zayt w Laymoun
Baked or Pan-Fried Fish with Oil and Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
A simple and elegant preparation of fresh fish (such as Hamour or Safi) baked or pan-fried with generous amounts of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and light seasoning.
Key ingredients
Whole fish or fish fillets (e.g., Hamour, Safi), olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley/coriander.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading or flour is used for frying/baking. Request it simply with oil, lemon, garlic, and spices. Omit any rice or bread.
Watch out for
Breading on fish, served with rice or bread, heavy sauces with hidden sugars.
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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