Braised Spinach with Preserved Lemon & Olives
Moroccan Style Braised Spinach
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar is used during cooking. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A flavorful and robust side dish where fresh spinach is gently braised with plenty of garlic, olive oil, briny green olives, and the distinctive tang of preserved lemon, seasoned with Moroccan spices. It makes an excellent keto-friendly vegetable accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Fresh spinach, garlic, olive oil, green olives, preserved lemon, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar is used during cooking. Ensure no other starchy vegetables (e.g., potatoes, chickpeas) are mixed into the dish.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سبانخ بليمون وزيتون: من فضلك، هل هي بدون سكر مضاف؟ وتأكدوا لي أيضاً ألا تحتوي على خضروات نشوية كالبطاطا أو الحمص.
For the Braised Spinach, please confirm no added sugar and no starchy vegetables like potatoes or chickpeas are mixed in.
Watch out for
Potential for hidden sugar in the cooking liquid; occasionally mixed with higher-carb vegetables in some less traditional preparations.
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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