Merguez (Spicy Lamb Sausage, no carb sides)
Moroccan Grilled Merguez Sausages (Keto-Optimized)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no bread, fries, couscous, or rice are served as accompaniments. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
Spicy lamb or beef sausages, highly seasoned with harissa, cumin, paprika, and garlic. They are typically grilled or pan-fried until nicely browned and juicy.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Beef sausage, harissa, cumin, paprika, garlic, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Ensure no bread, fries, couscous, or rice are served as accompaniments. Ask for a simple side salad (e.g., green leaves with oil/vinegar) if available.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
Merguez, arghabou biha bidoun khobz, batata maqliya, kuskus aw rouz, raja'an. Hal toujad salata khadra janibiya basita?
Merguez, please, no bread, fries, couscous, or rice. Could I have a simple green side salad instead?
Watch out for
Fillers in sausages (less common for authentic Merguez, but possible), served with high-carb sides.
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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