Kefta Mkaoura (Moroccan Meatballs in Keto Tomato Sauce)
Moroccan Spiced Meatballs in Rich Tomato Sauce (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs, typically simmered in a rich tomato sauce with herbs and sometimes an egg cracked on top. Modified to ensure the sauce is unsweetened and served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, olive oil, canned crushed tomatoes, eggs (optional), lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Request no bread or rice on the side. Ask for no high-carb binders in the meatballs if possible (unlikely in authentic kefta, but good to check).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة مكورة، تأكدوا لي من الكفتة ما فيهاش شابلير أو أرز. لا سكر في المرق، وبدون خبز.
For the Kefta Mkaoura, please confirm no breadcrumbs or rice in the kefta. No sugar in the sauce. No bread.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in the tomato sauce. 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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