Kefta Tagine (Boulettes de Viande Hachée Keto)
Keto Meatball Tagine (Tomato & Egg)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice fillers. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta), seasoned with herbs and spices, simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often finished with cracked eggs cooked directly in the sauce. A classic and hearty dish.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, eggs, tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure meatballs are made without breadcrumbs or rice fillers. This is the primary modification. Request no bread or carb sides. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين الكفتة، من فضلك تأكد أن الكفتة بدون خبز أو أرز. وبدون خبز أو نشويات جانبية. هل صلصة الطماطم خالية من السكر؟
For Kefta Tagine, please ensure meatballs have no breadcrumbs/rice. No bread or carb sides. Is the tomato sauce sugar-free?
Watch out for
Meatballs are commonly made with breadcrumbs or rice. Hidden sugars in tomato sauces. Often served with couscous or 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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