Qarnit Sauté à l'Ail et aux Herbes
Sautéed Octopus with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Tunisian dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of octopus, quickly sautéed in olive oil with generous amounts of fresh garlic and aromatic herbs like parsley and coriander. This simple preparation highlights the natural flavor of the octopus and is inherently low-carb.
Key ingredients
Octopus, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, fresh coriander, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potatoes or other starchy vegetables are added to the sauté. Request minimal to no tomato, and no added sugar in any sauce components.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لـ Qarnit Sauté، الرجاء التأكد من عدم إضافة البطاطا أو الخضروات النشوية. وقلل الطماطم قدر الإمكان أو استغنِ عنها، وتأكد أن الصلصات خالية من السكر.
For the Qarnit Sauté, please ensure no potatoes or starchy vegetables. Use minimal or no tomato, and no added sugar in any sauces.
Watch out for
Traditional octopus dishes often include potatoes, chickpeas, or a rich tomato sauce which can contain hidden sugars. Always confirm the absence of these starchy ingredients and sugary 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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