Chakchouka Marocaine
Eggs Baked in Spiced Tomato and Pepper Sauce (without bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread for dipping. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty breakfast or light meal featuring eggs gently poached in a rich and spicy tomato and bell pepper sauce, seasoned with cumin, paprika, and garlic. Often finished with fresh herbs.
Key ingredients
Eggs, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (optional), cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Request no bread for dipping. Confirm the tomato sauce contains no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الشكشوكة، من فضلك بدون خبز للغمس. هل صلصة الطماطم فيها سكر مضاف؟
Chakchouka, please no bread for dipping. Does the tomato sauce contain any added sugar?
Watch out for
Sugar in tomato sauce, bell peppers and onions contribute to carbs, usually served with bread for dipping.
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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