Tajine Kefta M'sharmal bi Bayd (Keto Version)
Keto Moroccan Meatball Tagine with Poached Eggs
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no breadcrumbs, rice, or other fillers are used in the kefta (meatballs). About 11g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Flavorful ground beef or lamb meatballs (kefta), heavily spiced with cumin and paprika, simmered in a rich tomato sauce, then topped with eggs poached directly in the sauce. Modified to ensure meatballs are entirely breadcrumb-free.
Key ingredients
Ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes/tomato paste, olive oil, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, eggs, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no breadcrumbs, rice, or other fillers are used in the kefta (meatballs). Ask for no sugar in the tomato sauce. Served strictly without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
تأكد لي لو سمحت الكفتة ما فيها بقسماط أو رز أو أي إضافات. وبدون سكر في الصلصة. وبدون خبز، من فضلك.
Please confirm the kefta has no breadcrumbs, rice, or fillers. And no sugar in the tomato sauce. No bread, please.
Watch out for
Breadcrumbs in meatballs, hidden sugar in tomato sauce, 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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