Tajine Djej Bel Hamaq Wal Zaytoun (Keto-Modified)
Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemons, Olives, and Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or peas. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Moroccan chicken stew, slow-cooked in an earthen pot with preserved lemons, green olives, saffron, ginger, and turmeric. Modified to omit traditional starchy vegetables and served with a focus on chicken, sauce, olives, and a side of green vegetables.
Key ingredients
Chicken pieces (bone-in), preserved lemons, green olives, olive oil, garlic, onion, ginger, turmeric, saffron, cilantro, parsley, water/broth, (restaurant may add bell peppers, zucchini as keto-friendly vegetables).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or peas. Confirm no added sugar in the sauce. Ask for extra olives and preserved lemon. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables if available (e.g., green beans, spinach) instead of starchy ones.
Watch out for
Potatoes, carrots, and peas are commonly added to tagines. Hidden sugars can be found in pre-made tagine spice mixes or sauces. Traditionally served with bread or couscous.
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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