Tajeen Mraquez (Keto-Style)
Lamb Sausage Tagine (with Keto Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm the sausages are free of breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Authentic Libyan Mraquez (spicy lamb or beef sausages) cooked in a rich, aromatic tomato-based sauce with peppers, garlic, and spices in a tagine. The dish is naturally keto-friendly, provided the sausages are free of fillers and it is served without carb sides.
Key ingredients
Mraquez (lamb/beef sausages), crushed tomatoes, green bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, harissa (optional), cumin, coriander, paprika, salt.
How to make it keto
Confirm the sausages are free of breadcrumbs or other high-carb fillers. Request no bread, couscous, or rice. Limit tomato sauce to avoid excessive carbs.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين المراكيز، تأكد أن النقانق خالية من البقسماط. وبدون خبز، كسكسي، أو أرز. لو سمحت قلل صلصة الطماطم.
For the Tajeen Mraquez, confirm sausages are filler-free. No bread, couscous, or rice. Please limit the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Sausages can contain breadcrumbs or other fillers. Tomato sauce often has added sugar in restaurants. Traditionally served with bread or couscous.
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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