Keto Kefta Mkaoura (Moroccan Meatballs in Keto Tomato Sauce)
Moroccan Spiced Meatballs in Keto Tomato Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no breadcrumbs or rice are used as binders in the kefta. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato sauce seasoned with paprika, cumin, and cilantro. Modified to exclude added sugar in the sauce and served without bread.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, eggs (binder).
How to make it keto
Ensure no breadcrumbs or rice are used as binders in the kefta. Confirm no sugar added to the tomato sauce. Strictly omit any bread or rice usually served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للكفتة، من فضلك تأكد من عدم استخدام فتات الخبز أو الأرز كمادة رابطة. وتأكد من عدم إضافة سكر لصلصة الطماطم. من فضلك، بدون خبز أو أرز جانبي.
For the Kefta, please ensure no breadcrumbs or rice as binders. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Please omit any bread or rice served on the side.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, added sugar in tomato sauce, served with bread or rice.
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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