Kofta Mechouia
Grilled Moroccan Spiced Ground Meat Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or couscous/rice. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Flavorful skewers of seasoned ground beef or lamb, typically mixed with finely chopped onions, garlic, parsley, and a blend of Moroccan spices (like cumin and paprika), then grilled to perfection.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or couscous/rice. Ask for a side of simple green salad or extra cooked low-carb vegetables (e.g., grilled bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant) instead of traditional carb-heavy sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
أريد الكفتة المشوية بدون خبز أو كسكسي أو أرز. لو سمحت، قدموها مع سلطة خضراء أو خضروات مشوية بدلاً من ذلك.
I'd like the Kofta Mechouia with no bread, couscous, or rice. Please serve it with a green salad or grilled vegetables instead.
Watch out for
Hidden breadcrumbs or flour binders in the kofta mix (less common in authentic Moroccan, but possible in some restaurants). Often served with carb-heavy sides like bread, fries, 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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