Kefta Mkaoura (Keto Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Moroccan Keto Meatballs and Eggs in Spiced Tomato Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: confirm meatballs are pure meat with no breadcrumbs or fillers. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Savory ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, traditionally topped with poached eggs. Modified to ensure meatballs contain no breadcrumbs or fillers and the sauce has no added sugar.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, eggs, crushed tomatoes, olive oil, onion, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm meatballs are pure meat with no breadcrumbs or fillers. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Serve without bread or rice.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs/fillers 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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