Mechoui
Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A traditional Moroccan dish of slow-roasted lamb, typically a shoulder or leg, seasoned simply with salt, cumin, and sometimes paprika. The meat is incredibly tender and succulent, often roasted for hours until it falls off the bone. Naturally keto-friendly, focusing on pure, unadulterated meat.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, salt, cumin, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no sugary glazes or marinades are used. Request plain roasted meat. Confirm no starchy sides like rice or potatoes are served by default, and ask for a simple green salad with oil and vinegar if available.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للمشوي، من فضلك تأكد من عدم استخدام تتبيلة حلوة. أريد لحم مشوي سادة. بدون أرز أو بطاطس. وسلطة خضراء بسيطة بزيت وخل لو سمحت.
For Mechoui, please ensure no sugary glazes/marinades; I'd like plain roasted meat. No starchy sides like rice or potatoes. A simple green salad with oil/vinegar, if possible.
Watch out for
Sugary glazes or marinades (uncommon for traditional Mechoui). High-carb side dishes often served automatically.
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.
More on the Moroccan menuAll 1,126 Moroccan dishes ›
