Keto M'tewem
Meatball & Almond Stew (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic Algerian white stew, keto-modified to omit traditional chickpeas and flour-based thickeners. It features savory meatballs (ground beef or lamb) and blanched almonds simmered in a delicate, aromatic white sauce flavored with cinnamon, saffron, and a hint of lemon. The sauce is thickened with a touch of heavy cream or cream cheese for a rich, keto-friendly consistency.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, blanched almonds, olive oil/butter, onions (minimal), garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream/cream cheese, saffron, cinnamon, lemon juice, salt, pepper, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice. Omit chickpeas. Confirm no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce; instead, use heavy cream or cream cheese. Request no sugar in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كيتو متوّم من فضلك، الكفتة بدون خبز مطحون أو أرز. لا حمص. الصلصة كثّفوها بالكريمة أو الجبنة الكريمية، بدون طحين/نشا. ولا سكر في الصلصة.
For the Keto M'tewem, ensure meatballs are without breadcrumbs or rice. Omit chickpeas. Thicken sauce with heavy cream or cream cheese, no flour/starch. No sugar.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs; flour or starch used as a thickener in the sauce; traditional inclusion of chickpeas or potatoes; hidden sugars in broth.
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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