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Keto Tunisian Mixed Seafood Casserole
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, rice, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Tunisian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and aromatic casserole featuring a medley of fresh seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels, firm white fish) simmered in a flavorful sauce with bell peppers, onions, garlic, and traditional spices. A hearty and satisfying dish.
Key ingredients
Mixed seafood (shrimp, calamari, mussels, firm white fish), olive oil, onions, garlic, bell peppers, fresh parsley, harissa, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, small amount of crushed tomatoes or tomato paste, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes, rice, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. Request extra olive oil. Limit the amount of tomato.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون بطاطس، أرز، حمص أو خضروات نشوية. قلل الطماطم. وزيت زيتون إضافي.
No potatoes, rice, chickpeas, or starchy vegetables, please. Limit the tomato. Extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Inclusion of high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots, chickpeas). Heavy use of tomato paste (can contain sugar). Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends or sauces.
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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