Lamb Tagine (with Olives & Preserved Lemon, no Carbs)
Slow-Cooked Lamb Tagine with Olives & Preserved Lemon
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no potatoes, no carrots, no chickpeas, no peas, no couscous.' Ask for extra bell peppers or zucchini if available. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender lamb shoulder slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic sauce with saffron, ginger, turmeric, preserved lemons, and green olives. Served without traditional starchy vegetables or couscous.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder, olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, saffron, cumin, coriander, preserved lemon, green olives, chicken broth, cilantro, parsley, bell peppers, zucchini.
How to make it keto
Request 'no potatoes, no carrots, no chickpeas, no peas, no couscous.' Ask for extra bell peppers or zucchini if available. Confirm no added sugar to the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون بطاطا أو جزر أو حمص أو بازلاء أو كسكس. وهل يمكن إضافة المزيد من الفلفل الحلو أو الكوسا؟ وتأكدوا أن الصلصة بدون سكر مضاف.
Please, no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, peas, or couscous. Can I have extra bell peppers or zucchini? Confirm no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Restaurant sauces can sometimes contain hidden sugars or thickeners. High-carb vegetables like potatoes and carrots are often included by default.
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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