Kefta Mkaouara (Keto Moroccan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Keto Moroccan Meatballs in Spiced Tomato Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or other fillers in the meatballs. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful meatballs made from seasoned ground beef or lamb, simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. This keto version ensures no breadcrumbs in the meatballs and no added sugar in the sauce, providing a hearty and satisfying meal. Often served with a poached egg (optional).
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onions, garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne, parsley, cilantro, canned crushed tomatoes, olive oil, eggs (optional), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no breadcrumbs or other fillers in the meatballs. Request that the tomato sauce contains no added sugar. Serve without bread or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة مكورة، تأكد من أن الكفتة بدون خبز مطحون أو أرز. بدون سكر مضاف في الصلصة، وبدون خبز أو أرز جانبي.
For the Kefta Mkaouara, please confirm the meatballs have no breadcrumbs or rice. No added sugar in the sauce. Omit any bread or rice.
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes (can accumulate), potential breadcrumbs in meatballs (if not specified), hidden sugar in restaurant tomato sauce.
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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