Kefta Tagine (Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Moroccan Meatball Tagine
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or couscous. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often served with eggs poached directly in the sauce. This flavorful and hearty dish is traditionally accompanied by bread for dipping, but is delicious on its own or with a low-carb side.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onions, fresh tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, ginger, olive oil, eggs (optional), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request no bread or couscous. Ask if they can omit any added sugar from the tomato sauce. A side of simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables would be a good addition.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كفتة طاجين من فضلك، بدون خبز أو كسكس. هل يمكنكم التأكد ألا يكون هناك سكر مضاف لصلصة الطماطم؟ أريد بجانبها سلطة خضراء بسيطة أو خضروات مطبوخة على البخار.
For the Kefta Tagine, no bread or couscous. Can you please ensure no added sugar in the tomato sauce? I'd like a simple green salad or steamed low-carb vegetables on the side.
Watch out for
Tomato sauce can sometimes contain added sugar in restaurants. Onions contribute some carbs. Traditionally served with high-carb bread or couscous which must be explicitly omitted.
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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