Tajine El Kefta aux Oeufs
Meatball Tagine with Poached Eggs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Algerian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty tagine featuring tender, spiced meatballs (kefta) made from ground beef or lamb, slow-simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce with garlic and traditional spices. Just before serving, eggs are cracked directly into the sauce and gently poached until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny. Traditionally served with bread or couscous, which should be omitted.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, eggs, tomatoes, tomato paste, onions (minimal), garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, pepper, fresh parsley/cilantro.
How to make it keto
Ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice. Request no sugar in the tomato sauce. Omit any accompanying bread or starchy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين الكفتة بالبيض من فضلك، تأكدوا أن الكفتة بدون خبز مطحون أو أرز. لا سكر في صلصة الطماطم، وبدون خبز أو أي أطباق جانبية نشوية.
For the Tajine El Kefta aux Oeufs, ensure meatballs are without breadcrumbs or rice. No sugar in the tomato sauce, and no bread or starchy sides.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs; hidden sugars in tomato sauce or paste; traditionally served with high-carb sides (couscous, bread, potatoes).
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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