Kefta Mkaoura (Boulettes de Viande en Sauce Tomate - Keto)
Moroccan Lamb/Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or flour in meatballs. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Juicy meatballs made from spiced ground lamb or beef, simmered in a rich, slow-cooked tomato sauce, often with a poached egg on top. Served without bread for dipping.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, canned crushed tomatoes, eggs (optional).
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or flour in meatballs. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Served without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للكفتة مكورة: من فضلك، تأكد ألا يوجد خبز أو طحين في الكفتة، ولا سكر مضاف للصلصة. بدون خبز.
For the Kefta Mkaoura, please confirm no breadcrumbs or flour in the meatballs, and no added sugar in the tomato sauce. No bread.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, added sugar in tomato sauce, served with bread.
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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