Lamb Tagine (with Low-Carb Vegetables)
Lamb Tagine with Green Beans & Zucchini (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: specify no potatoes, carrots, peas, chickpeas, or dried fruits (prunes, apricots). About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender lamb pieces slow-cooked in a tagine with a fragrant blend of Moroccan spices (ginger, turmeric, cumin, saffron) and olive oil. Modified to include only low-carb vegetables such as green beans, zucchini, or bell peppers, specifically omitting traditional potatoes, carrots, and dried fruits.
Key ingredients
Lamb (shoulder/shank), olive oil, ginger, turmeric, cumin, saffron, garlic, onion (minimal), green beans, zucchini, bell peppers, cilantro, parsley, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Crucially, specify no potatoes, carrots, peas, chickpeas, or dried fruits (prunes, apricots). Ask for a focus on green vegetables like green beans, zucchini, or eggplant. Request no sugar in the sauce. Served without couscous or bread.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in sauce or spice blends, starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots), dried fruits, 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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