Samak Hanith
Slow-Cooked Spiced Fish
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
A whole or large cuts of fish (such as Kingfish or Hamour) traditionally slow-cooked, often in a tightly sealed pot, with a vibrant blend of ground spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, and black pepper, along with onions, garlic, and fresh chilies, resulting in exceptionally tender and deeply flavored fish.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (e.g., Kingfish, Hamour), onions, garlic, green chilies (optional), olive oil, turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, black pepper, salt, lemon slices.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no rice or other high-carb sides are served. Focus on the fish and its cooked-down seasonings.
Watch out for
Onions and garlic contribute small amounts of carbs. Lemon juice also has 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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