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Moroccan keto guide

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Moroccan food
1,128 dishes289 keto as served90 with a photo

Keto friendliness

Moroccan cuisine can be adapted to keto with careful selection and modification, primarily by avoiding high-carb accompaniments and specific stew preparations.

Top ingredients

Lamb, beef, chicken, fish, olive oil, olives, eggs, zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, and a wide array of spices like cumin, turmeric, and ginger are excellent keto choices.

Danger zones

Avoid couscous, khobz (bread), chickpeas, lentils, dried fruits (prunes, apricots) commonly found in sweet tagines, potatoes, and sugary mint tea.

Best for

This cuisine works best for keto dieters who enjoy rich, spiced meat and vegetable dishes and are comfortable asking for modifications to omit carb-heavy sides and ingredients.

What to drink

Drinks you will see at Moroccan restaurants, cafés and stalls, rated the same way as the food.

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Mechoui (Keto)
Slow-Roasted Whole Lamb (Keto)
Traditionally a whole lamb (or large cut) slow-roasted until incredibly tender and falling off the bone, seaso…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre90 protein95 fat1200 kcal
Mechoui (Slow-Roasted Lamb)
Slow-Roasted Lamb
Mechoui is a traditional Moroccan dish of a whole lamb or lamb shoulder, slow-roasted for hours until incredib…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net2 total1 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
Mechoui (Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder)
Moroccan Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder
A celebrated Moroccan dish, featuring a succulent lamb shoulder (or sometimes a whole lamb) slow-roasted to te…
Order as-isHigh Fat
1 net1 total0 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
Grilled Moroccan Sardines
Grilled Moroccan Sardines with Spices
Fresh sardines, a staple of Moroccan coastal cuisine, often stuffed with a chermoula marinade (cilantro, parsl…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein25 fat400 kcal
Khli3 Bel Beid (Preserved Meat with Eggs)
Preserved Meat with Eggs
Khli3 is a traditional Moroccan preserved meat, typically beef or lamb, cooked slowly in its own fat with garl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net3 total1 fibre55 protein65 fat850 kcal
Lkhlii with Eggs
Moroccan Preserved Meat with Fried Eggs
A traditional, highly flavorful and very fatty dish featuring preserved beef (cooked in its own fat with spice…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein78 fat900 kcal
Mechoui
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Spices
A traditional Moroccan dish of slow-roasted lamb, typically a shoulder or leg, seasoned simply with salt, cumi…
Order as-isHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre90 protein90 fat1200 kcal
Mechoui (Roasted Lamb Shoulder)
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder (without bread/sides)
A traditional Moroccan delicacy featuring a whole lamb, or more commonly a large cut like a shoulder or leg, s…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
2 net2 total0 fibre80 protein70 fat950 kcal
Moroccan Grilled Lamb Brochettes
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Spices
Cubes of tender lamb marinated in a simple blend of Moroccan spices (cumin, paprika, salt, pepper) and grilled…
Order as-isHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
Sardines Mashwi aw Maqli (Grilled or Fried Moroccan Sardines)
Grilled or Fried Moroccan Sardines with Keto Sides
Morocco is renowned for its fresh sardines. These are typically prepared by marinating them in a 'chermoula' (…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
2 net3 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Zitoun Mchermel
Marinated Olives with Herbs and Spices (Keto Appetizer)
A popular Moroccan appetizer featuring green or mixed olives marinated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, garl…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
2 net5 total3 fibre1 protein25 fat250 kcal
Brochettes de Viande
Moroccan Grilled Meat Skewers
Popular Moroccan street food, these skewers feature tender cubes of marinated lamb, beef, or chicken, typicall…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net5 total2 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Brochettes Lahm (Grilled Meat Skewers)
Grilled Meat Skewers with Keto Sides
Brochettes are popular Moroccan grilled skewers, typically made with marinated cubes of beef, lamb, or chicken…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Poisson Grillé à la Chermoula (سمك مشوي بالشرملة)
Whole Grilled Fish with Chermoula (Keto)
A whole fresh fish (such as sea bass, snapper, or dorade) grilled to perfection, often marinated or stuffed wi…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein50 fat800 kcal
Sardines Grillées (السردين المشوي)
Moroccan Grilled Sardines (Keto)
Fresh whole sardines, often butterflied and stuffed with a vibrant chermoula marinade (garlic, cilantro, parsl…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Sardines Grillées à la Chermoula
Grilled Sardines with Herb Marinade
Fresh, whole sardines marinated in zesty chermoula – a vibrant blend of fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin…
Order as-isHigh Protein
3 net5 total2 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Tagine Khlea aux Oeufs
Preserved Meat (Khlea) Tagine with Eggs
A rustic and hearty dish made with khlea (Moroccan preserved dried beef or lamb cooked and stored in fat), typ…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein105 fat1300 kcal
Tangia Marrakchia (Slow-Cooked Lamb with Preserved Lemon)
Marrakchi Slow-Cooked Lamb with Preserved Lemon
Tangia is a unique Marrakchi dish where lamb or beef is slow-cooked in a special clay urn (the tangia) for man…
Order as-isHigh Fat
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein70 fat900 kcal
Grilled Fish Chermoula (No Sides)
Grilled Fish Marinated in Herbs and Spices
Fresh whole fish (e.g., sea bass, sardines, mackerel) marinated in a vibrant chermoula paste (garlic, herbs, s…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Merguez Grillée
Grilled Spicy Lamb/Beef Merguez Sausage
Spicy North African sausages made from lamb, beef, or a mixture, seasoned with harissa, cumin, and other spice…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Poisson au Four à la Chermoula
Whole Baked Fish with Chermoula
A whole fresh fish (such as sea bream or sea bass) generously stuffed and coated with a vibrant chermoula mari…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net7 total3 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
Sardines Chermoula (Grilled)
Grilled Sardines with Chermoula (Herb Paste)
Fresh sardines stuffed with a vibrant chermoula paste made from fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley), garlic, lemon…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein45 fat600 kcal
Sardines Mchermlin
Grilled Sardines with Chermoula Marinade
Fresh sardines, often butterfly-filleted and stuffed or marinated with a pungent chermoula sauce (herbs, garli…
Order as-isHigh Protein
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein40 fat600 kcal
Tangia Marrakchia
Slow-Cooked Lamb/Beef with Preserved Lemon and Smen (without bread)
A signature dish of Marrakech, Tangia is a deeply flavorful and aromatic stew, traditionally cooked in an urn …
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre90 protein75 fat1000 kcal
Tangia Marrakshia (Slow-Cooked Lamb/Beef)
Marrakech Slow-Cooked Lamb or Beef with Preserved Lemon
A specialty of Marrakech, this dish features lamb or beef (often shank or neck) slow-cooked for hours in a dis…
Order as-isHigh Fat
4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
Lamb Brochettes (with Grilled Vegetables)
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Keto Sides
Tender cubes of marinated lamb, skewered and grilled to perfection. Seasoned with traditional Moroccan spices.…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre65 protein48 fat700 kcal
Salade Marocaine
Moroccan Tomato and Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and ubiquitous Moroccan salad, finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions are dressed simply wi…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
5 net8 total3 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
Sardines Mechwi (Keto)
Grilled Sardines with Moroccan Spices (Keto)
Fresh sardines seasoned with a chermoula marinade (herbs, garlic, spices) and grilled. A staple of Moroccan co…
Order as-isHigh Protein
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Tangia Marrakchia (Slow-Cooked Lamb Confit, Keto)
Marrakchi Slow-Cooked Lamb Confit
A traditional Marrakchi specialty featuring lamb slow-cooked for hours in an urn (tangia) with preserved lemon…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
5 net7 total2 fibre100 protein85 fat1100 kcal
Brochettes de Crevettes Grillées (à la Marocaine)
Moroccan Spiced Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Plump shrimp marinated in a zesty Moroccan chermoula – a flavorful paste of fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic, c…
Order as-isHigh Protein
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat550 kcal
Mechoui (Slow-Roasted Lamb with Keto Sides)
Slow-Roasted Lamb with Moroccan Spices & Keto Salad
Succulent, fall-off-the-bone lamb, slow-roasted until incredibly tender and flavorful, seasoned simply with cu…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
6 net10 total4 fibre100 protein75 fat1000 kcal
Moroccan Chopped Salad (No Carrots)
Fresh Chopped Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad
A refreshing, finely diced salad of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion, dressed simply with generous oli…
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
6 net10 total4 fibre2 protein22 fat250 kcal
Moroccan Lamb Brochettes (No Rice/Bread)
Grilled Moroccan Lamb Skewers with Keto Sides
Flavorful cubes of marinated lamb, often interspersed with onions and bell peppers, grilled on skewers to juic…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein30 fat550 kcal
Oeufs au Khlii (Keto)
Scrambled Eggs with Moroccan Cured Beef
A rustic and flavorful breakfast or light meal featuring rich, savory khlii (Moroccan preserved and cured beef…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
6 net7 total1 fibre45 protein55 fat680 kcal
Tanjia Marrakchia
Slow-Cooked Marrakchi Lamb or Beef
A celebrated specialty from Marrakech, featuring succulent lamb or beef (often shoulder or neck) slow-cooked f…
Order as-isHigh Fat
6 net8 total2 fibre90 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Za'alouk (Cooked Eggplant and Tomato Salad)
Warm Eggplant and Tomato Dip (No Bread)
A warm, savory cooked salad or dip made from roasted or stewed eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and Moroccan spices…
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
6 net12 total6 fibre3 protein28 fat300 kcal
Kefta Tagine bi Beid (Meatball Tagine with Eggs)
Meatball Tagine with Eggs
A popular tagine featuring seasoned ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato sauce, oft…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Salade Variée (Simple)
Mixed Salad (Simple Green Version)
A refreshing side salad, typically consisting of crisp lettuce, cucumber, with a simple and tangy olive oil an…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein35 fat350 kcal
Zaâlouk (Cooked Eggplant Salad)
Moroccan Cooked Eggplant and Tomato Salad
A popular Moroccan cooked salad made with roasted or stewed eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and a blend of aromati…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
7 net15 total8 fibre3 protein20 fat250 kcal
Brochettes de Poulet Grillé
Grilled Moroccan Chicken Skewers
Tender pieces of chicken (often breast or thigh) marinated in a vibrant blend of Moroccan spices like paprika,…
Order as-isHigh Protein
8 net10 total2 fibre75 protein50 fat750 kcal
Chicken Tagine (with Green Olives & Zucchini, no Carbs)
Slow-Cooked Chicken Tagine with Green Olives & Zucchini
Succulent chicken pieces (usually thighs or drumsticks) braised in a flavorful sauce with ginger, saffron, gar…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Chlada Maghribiya
Moroccan Tomato, Cucumber, and Onion Salad (without bread)
A quintessential Moroccan fresh salad, also known as 'Chlada Fekkas'. It's a simple yet refreshing mix of fine…
Ask for a tweakLow Carb Side
8 net12 total4 fibre2 protein20 fat250 kcal
Grilled Fish with Chermoula (Keto)
Grilled Whole Fish with Moroccan Chermoula & Keto Salad
Fresh whole fish (e.g., sea bream, sardines, or other local catch) marinated in a traditional chermoula – a vi…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
8 net12 total4 fibre68 protein48 fat720 kcal
Kebda Mchermla (Spiced Liver & Onions)
Moroccan Pan-Fried Liver and Onions with Spices
A flavorful Moroccan dish featuring pan-fried beef or lamb liver, sliced and sautéed with onions, garlic, and …
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
8 net10 total2 fibre50 protein30 fat500 kcal
Keto Kefta Tagine with Eggs
Keto Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Poached Eggs
Flavorful Moroccan spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato and onion sauce, oft…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
8 net12 total4 fibre75 protein70 fat950 kcal
L'assane Mekli (Keto)
Pan-Fried Liver with Onions and Spices (Keto)
Pan-fried calf or lamb liver, tender and rich, seasoned with Moroccan spices, onions, and garlic. A hearty and…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein55 fat800 kcal
Moroccan Grilled Lamb Brochettes (Keto)
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Keto Moroccan Salad
Tender cubes of lamb, marinated in traditional Moroccan spices (cumin, paprika, garlic, onion powder, olive oi…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
8 net12 total4 fibre78 protein52 fat780 kcal
Taktouka
Cooked Pepper and Tomato Salad
Taktouka is a vibrant and flavorful Moroccan cooked salad featuring roasted bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, garli…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein25 fat300 kcal
Tangia Marrakchia (Keto-style)
Marrakshi Slow-Cooked Lamb (Keto)
A traditional Marrakshi specialty featuring lamb or beef slow-cooked in an urn (tangia) with clarified butter …
Order as-isHigh Fat
8 net12 total4 fibre80 protein90 fat1100 kcal
Brochettes Mixtes
Mixed Grilled Meat Skewers (without rice/fries)
An assortment of grilled skewers featuring tender, marinated pieces of beef, lamb, and/or chicken. The meat is…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
9 net12 total3 fibre75 protein40 fat700 kcal
Chicken Tagine with Olives & Preserved Lemon (No Potatoes)
Keto Chicken Tagine with Olives & Preserved Lemon
A classic Moroccan tagine featuring tender chicken pieces braised with briny green olives, aromatic preserved …
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
9 net12 total3 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Hout Chermoula
Baked Fish with Chermoula Sauce
A whole fish (such as sea bream, sardine, or sole) or fillets baked or grilled with chermoula, a vibrant Moroc…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
9 net12 total3 fibre65 protein55 fat750 kcal
Kefta Mkaouara (كفتة مكورة) with Eggs (Keto)
Moroccan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Eggs (Keto, No Breadcrumbs)
Seasoned ground beef or lamb meatballs, slow-simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, often finished with one …
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
9 net12 total3 fibre68 protein60 fat825 kcal
Keto Fish Tagine with Vegetables
Keto White Fish Tagine with Tomatoes, Olives, and Bell Peppers
A delicate white fish (e.g., cod, snapper, sea bass) slow-cooked in a tagine with a flavorful sauce of fresh t…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
9 net14 total5 fibre65 protein50 fat750 kcal
Tagine Lham Bel Kharchouf (طاجين لحم بالخرشوف) (Keto)
Lamb Tagine with Artichoke Hearts (Keto, No Peas)
Tender lamb pieces (often shoulder or shank) slow-cooked in a tagine with delicate artichoke hearts, preserved…
Ask for a tweakHigh Fat
9 net14 total5 fibre80 protein80 fat1050 kcal
Taktouka (Cooked Bell Pepper and Tomato Salad)
Moroccan Cooked Bell Pepper and Tomato Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Moroccan cooked salad featuring roasted or stewed bell peppers (often red and green) a…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
9 net14 total5 fibre2 protein18 fat220 kcal
Zaalouk
Cooked Eggplant and Tomato Salad
Zaalouk is a staple Moroccan cooked salad or dip made from roasted or stewed eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, and o…
Order as-isLow Carb Side
9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Brochettes (Keto with Grilled Vegetables)
Moroccan Grilled Lamb/Beef Skewers with Keto Sides
Marinated cubes of lamb or beef, threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. Served with a simple side of…
Ask for a tweakHigh Protein
10 net15 total5 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
Chicken Tagine with Low-Carb Vegetables
Braised Chicken with Zucchini and Bell Peppers
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in a tagine with a flavorful blend of Moroccan spices, ample olive oil, zucc…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives (Keto-Style)
Braised Chicken with Preserved Lemon & Olives
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce with preserved lemons, green olives, onions, garlic,…
Ask for a tweakBalanced Protein/Fat
10 net15 total5 fibre75 protein50 fat780 kcal

Questions people ask

What can I eat at a Moroccan restaurant on keto?

Good orders that are keto as served include Mechoui (1g net carbs), Mechoui (1g net carbs), Mechoui (1g net carbs), Grilled Moroccan Sardines (2g net carbs), Khli3 Bel Beid (2g net carbs) and Mechoui (2g net carbs). Of the 1,128 Moroccan dishes in this guide, 289 are keto as served.

Is Moroccan food keto-friendly?

Keto Atlas rates Moroccan food "Navigable" for keto. Moroccan cuisine can be adapted to keto with careful selection and modification, primarily by avoiding high-carb accompaniments and specific stew preparations.

What Moroccan dishes should I avoid on keto?

Avoid couscous, khobz (bread), chickpeas, lentils, dried fruits (prunes, apricots) commonly found in sweet tagines, potatoes, and sugary mint tea. Dishes to skip include Kefta Mkaoura (18g), Taktouka (18g), Tagine de Poulet aux Olives et Citron Confit (17g) and Tagine Lham bil Qra'a (28g).

How do I order Moroccan food keto-style?

Many dishes become keto with one small request. For Lkhlii with Eggs: say "For the Lkhlii with Eggs, please serve it without bread, msemen, or harcha." For Mechoui: say "Strictly no bread, couscous, rice, or potatoes with the Mechoui. Please confirm no sugary glaze or marinade."

What can I drink at a Moroccan restaurant on keto?

Fine with a small request (usually no sugar or syrup): Half-and-Half Coffee, Spiced Coffee, Fermented Buttermilk and Moroccan Mint Tea. Skip sugary drinks such as Almond Milk Drink and Mixed Fruit Shake.