Mokh Mchermel
Marinated Lamb/Calf Brain (Chermoula Style)
Yes, with a tweak: request less tomato content to reduce carbs and ask for generous olive oil. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional and often overlooked delicacy, lamb or calf brain cooked in a flavorful chermoula sauce with tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb/calf brain, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, lemon juice.
How to make it keto
Request less tomato content to reduce carbs and ask for generous olive oil. Avoid any bread served for dipping.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مخ مشرمل، من فضلك كمية طماطم أقل لي، وزيت زيتون بكثرة. ومن فضلك بدون خبز.
For the Mokh Mchermel, please less tomato for me, and generous olive oil. And no bread, please.
Watch out for
The tomato sauce is the primary carb risk due to the quantity of tomatoes. As with many Moroccan dishes, it's typically served with 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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