Kefta Mkaoura (Moroccan Meatball & Egg Tagine)
Moroccan Meatball & Egg Tagine (Keto Version)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm 'no breadcrumbs or rice in the meatballs.' Request 'no added sugar' in the tomato sauce. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often topped with poached eggs, cooked and served in a traditional tagine.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, tomato paste, canned tomatoes, eggs, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm 'no breadcrumbs or rice in the meatballs.' Request 'no added sugar' in the tomato sauce. Omit any bread served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكدوا أن الكفتة لا تحتوي على بقسماط أو أرز. وبدون سكر مضاف في صلصة الطماطم، ويرجى حذف أي خبز يقدم مع الطبق.
Please confirm no breadcrumbs or rice in the meatballs. No added sugar in the tomato sauce, and omit any bread served alongside.
Watch out for
Meatballs sometimes contain breadcrumbs or rice as filler. Tomato sauce can have hidden sugars. 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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