Hout Mchermel
Marinated Baked Fish
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or rice are baked with the fish. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A whole fish, such as sea bream or sea bass, marinated in a vibrant and aromatic blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and Tunisian spices (like caraway, coriander, paprika), then baked to perfection. Served without any carb-heavy sides.
Key ingredients
Whole fish (sea bream, sea bass), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, harissa, caraway, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or rice are baked with the fish. Ensure it's served without bread or rice on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الحوت المشرمّل، لو سمحت، تأكدلي بدون بطاطس أو أرز مخبوزين مع السمك. وقدمها بدون خبز أو أرز جانبي.
For the Hout Mchermel, please ensure no potatoes or rice baked with the fish. Serve it without bread or rice on the side.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce, served with bread or rice, inclusion of starchy vegetables (like potatoes) in the baking dish.
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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