Lamb Tagine with Olives & Preserved Lemon (Keto)
Slow-Cooked Lamb with Olives & Preserved Lemon (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and aromatic Moroccan stew featuring tender lamb slow-cooked with briny green olives, tangy preserved lemon, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and cumin. Modified for keto by omitting traditional fruits and starchy vegetables, focusing on the succulent meat and savory sauce.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or shank, green olives, preserved lemon, olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, cilantro, parsley, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. Request omission of prunes, apricots, or any dried fruit. Specify no couscous or bread on the side. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين اللحم لو سمحت، بدون بطاطس أو جزر أو حمص أو فواكه مجففة. ولا كسكس ولا خبز جانبي، وبدون سكر مضاف في المرق.
For the Lamb Tagine, please omit potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, and dried fruit. No couscous or bread on the side, and no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends or sauces; root vegetables like carrots or potatoes often added; dried fruits (prunes, apricots) are common; usually served with couscous or bread for dipping.
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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