Tajine de Lahm ou Poulet aux Gombos
Meat or Chicken Okra Tagine
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or chickpeas are added. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A classic tagine featuring tender chunks of lamb or chicken simmered with fresh okra (gombos) in a rich tomato-based sauce. Okra is naturally low in carbs, making this dish easily keto-compatible.
Key ingredients
Lamb or chicken, fresh okra, ripe tomatoes (or paste), onions, garlic, olive oil, traditional Algerian spices (coriander, cumin, paprika, turmeric).
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes or chickpeas are added. Ensure no hidden sugars in the tomato sauce or thickening agents are used.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هل هذا الطاجين بدون بطاطا أو حمص؟ وتأكدوا من عدم وجود سكر مضاف في صلصة الطماطم أو أي مكثفات.
Please confirm no potatoes or chickpeas are added. Ensure no hidden sugars in the tomato sauce or thickening agents.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato paste/sauce, high onion/garlic content, and potential for thickening agents.
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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