Tagine Kefta bil Beid (Keto Modified)
Keto Lamb/Beef Meatball Tagine with Eggs
Yes, with a tweak: request no sugar added to the tomato sauce. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spiced lamb or beef meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often with herbs and onions, and finished with eggs poached directly in the sauce. A hearty and flavorful dish, served without traditional bread.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, eggs, olive oil, salt, pepper, spices.
How to make it keto
Request no sugar added to the tomato sauce. Ensure no high-carb binders (like breadcrumbs) in the meatballs. Request without bread for dipping.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون خبز أو كسكس. هل صلصة الطماطم خالية من السكر المضاف؟
No bread or couscous, please. Is the tomato sauce made without added sugar?
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce; starchy binders in meatballs; usually 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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