Tajeen Bayd bil Lahm
Meat and Egg Tagine (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included in the meat base. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust Libyan tagine combining slow-cooked tender meat (typically lamb or beef) in a savory, spiced sauce, topped with eggs that are baked directly into the dish until just set. The keto modification involves ensuring no starchy vegetables are added to the meat base.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, eggs, olive oil, onions, garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Libyan spices (ras el hanout, turmeric, black pepper), fresh parsley, salt.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are included in the meat base. Request minimal tomato paste and crushed tomatoes to keep carb count low. Confirm no added sugars.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لطاجين بيض باللحم، بدون بطاطا أو خضار عالية الكربوهيدرات. أقل قدر من معجون الطماطم والطماطم المهروسة. ولا سكر مضاف، من فضلك.
For Tajeen Bayd bil Lahm, no potatoes or high-carb vegetables. Minimal tomato paste and crushed tomatoes. No added sugar, please.
Watch out for
Excessive tomato products, hidden sugars, addition of starchy vegetables like potatoes or peas.
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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