Shakshuka (Keto-Modified)
Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread or pita. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Israeli food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A popular Israeli breakfast or dinner dish featuring eggs poached in a flavorful sauce of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and spices. Served without the traditional bread for a keto-friendly meal.
Key ingredients
Eggs, crushed tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, chili flakes, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread or pita. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce and that vegetables like onions and peppers are used in moderate quantities.
Say this to the waiter (Hebrew)
שקשוקה בבקשה. בלי לחם או פיתה. האם יש סוכר ברוטב עגבניות? האם הבצל והפלפלים במידה סבירה?
Shakshuka, please. No bread or pita. Is there added sugar in the tomato sauce? Are onions and peppers used in moderate quantities?
Watch out for
Restaurants may add sugar to the tomato sauce. Large portions of onions and bell peppers can increase carb count. Always served with bread or pita unless specified.
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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