Tadam Mimli (Mili tal-Laħam Keto)
Stuffed Tomatoes with Keto Meat Filling
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely critical to ensure the filling contains no rice, couscous, or breadcrumbs. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Maltese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Ripe tomatoes hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of seasoned minced beef or pork, herbs, and cheese, then baked until tender and juicy.
Key ingredients
Tomatoes, minced beef/pork, olive oil, garlic, onion, parsley, basil, grated Parmesan cheese, egg (as binder), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely critical to ensure the filling contains no rice, couscous, or breadcrumbs. Request a purely meat, herb, and cheese-based filling. The tomato itself contributes carbs, so moderate portion size is advised.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Nixtieq it-Tadam Mimli bil-mili tal-laħam, ħxejjex u ġobon biss, mingħajr ross, kuskus jew frak tal-ħobż. Porzjon moderat, jekk jogħġbok.
Please ensure the Tadam Mimli filling is pure meat, herbs, and cheese, with no rice, couscous, or breadcrumbs. A moderate portion, please.
Watch out for
High carb load from traditional rice or breadcrumb stuffing. The tomatoes themselves contribute significant carbs if large portions are consumed.
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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