Loup de Mer en Croûte de Sel
Salt-Crusted Sea Bass with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request specific keto vegetable sides (e.g., grilled zucchini, sautéed spinach, steamed broccoli) and ensure no potatoes, rice, or couscous are served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
A whole sea bass (Loup de Mer) baked encased in a thick crust of coarse sea salt, which gently steams the fish to perfect tenderness and locks in its natural flavors. Once the crust is broken, the flaky white fish is revealed, often simply seasoned. It should be served with a choice of simple sautéed keto vegetables instead of starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Whole sea bass, coarse sea salt, fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme), lemon slices, olive oil, selection of keto vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, zucchini).
How to make it keto
Request specific keto vegetable sides (e.g., grilled zucchini, sautéed spinach, steamed broccoli) and ensure no potatoes, rice, or couscous are served.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سمك Loup de Mer لو سمحت، قدموه مع خضروات كيتو مثل الكوسة المشوية أو السبانخ السوتيه. وبدون بطاطس، رز، أو كسكس.
For the Loup de Mer, please serve with keto vegetables like grilled zucchini or sautéed spinach. No potatoes, rice, or couscous.
Watch out for
Customarily served with high-carb sides such as boiled potatoes, rice, or bread. Ensure the chosen restaurant side dish is keto-friendly.
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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