Tagine de Kefta aux Oeufs (Keto Version)
Spiced Ground Beef/Lamb Tagine with Eggs
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the tomato sauce. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty tagine featuring spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often with garlic, parsley, and various spices. Eggs are cracked directly into the simmering sauce and cooked until just set.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, eggs, tomatoes, tomato paste, olive oil, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the tomato sauce. Request without any bread for dipping. Confirm no chickpeas or other high-carb legumes are used.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين الكفتة بالبيض، من فضلك بدون سكر في الصلصة وبدون خبز. وتأكد لي مافيهش حمص أو أي بقوليات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For the Tagine de Kefta aux Oeufs, please ensure no sugar in the tomato sauce. I'd like it without bread and confirm no chickpeas or high-carb legumes.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato sauce/paste. Often served with 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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