Kefta Mkaoura (Keto Prepared)
Moroccan Meatballs with Poached Eggs (Keto Prepared)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs or rice are used in the kefta mixture. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful meatballs made from ground beef or lamb, simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Often finished with eggs poached directly in the sauce. Modified to be keto by ensuring no breadcrumbs in the kefta and no sugar in the tomato sauce.
Key ingredients
Ground beef, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, olive oil, crushed tomatoes, eggs, salt, pepper. No breadcrumbs in meatballs.
How to make it keto
Confirm no breadcrumbs or rice are used in the kefta mixture. Verify the tomato sauce contains no added sugar. Request no bread for dipping.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, added sugar in tomato sauce, serving 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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