Kefta Mkaouara (Moroccan Meatballs with Eggs, Keto-Style)
Moroccan Spiced Meatballs and Eggs in Tomato Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs, flour, or other binders in the meatballs. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Seasoned ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, with fresh eggs cracked directly into the sauce and cooked until set. A hearty, flavorful, and naturally low-carb dish when prepared without fillers or sugar.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, eggs, tomatoes, onions, garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, olive oil, cilantro, parsley.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no breadcrumbs, flour, or other binders in the meatballs. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Omit any accompanying bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة مكورة لو سمحت، تأكد أنها بدون بقسماط أو طحين. لا سكر مضاف للمرق، ومن فضلك بدون خبز.
For the Kefta Mkaouara, confirm no breadcrumbs or flour in the meatballs. No added sugar in the sauce, please. And no bread.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs/fillers in kefta; added sugar in the tomato sauce; often 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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