Mérou à la Harissa
Grouper with Harissa Sauce and Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or starchy sides (like rice or potatoes). About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A succulent fillet of Mérou (grouper) pan-seared or baked, then served with a bold, spicy, and tangy harissa-infused tomato sauce. The sauce is typically rich with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, complementing the firm texture of the fish. Accompanied by a selection of keto-friendly green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Grouper fillet, olive oil, harissa, garlic, canned tomatoes, lemon juice, bell peppers (optional), fresh parsley, chosen keto vegetables.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or starchy sides (like rice or potatoes). Confirm with the kitchen that no sugar is added to the harissa or tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
Mérou à la Harissa لو سمحت، بدون خبز أو نشويات جانبية (مثل الرز أو البطاطس). وتأكدوا المطبخ ما بيضيفش سكر للهريسة أو صلصة الطماطم.
For the Mérou à la Harissa, please no bread or starchy sides like rice or potatoes. Confirm no sugar in the harissa or tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Typically served with bread for dipping or starchy sides. Commercial harissa or tomato sauces can sometimes contain added 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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