Tajine de Kefta aux Oeufs
Moroccan Meatballs with Poached Eggs and Tomato Sauce (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request no bread or couscous. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spiced ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta) simmered in a rich tomato sauce, often with eggs poached directly in the sauce. Traditionally served with bread for dipping, which should be omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, tomato paste/puree, eggs, olive oil, cumin, paprika, parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no bread or couscous. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين الكفتة بالبيض، من فضلك بدون خبز أو كسكس. وهل يمكن التأكد من أن صلصة الطماطم بدون سكر مضاف؟
For the Tajine de Kefta aux Oeufs, please no bread or couscous. Also, confirm no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato sauce/paste, bread served on the side.
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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