Taktouka (Keto Modified)
Roasted Pepper and Tomato Dip (with Raw Veggies)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the Taktouka. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Moroccan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A vibrant and flavorful cooked salad or dip featuring roasted bell peppers and ripe tomatoes, simmered with garlic, olive oil, paprika, and cumin. Taktouka is typically served as a side dish or appetizer. For a keto diet, it is paired with raw low-carb vegetables instead of the traditional bread.
Key ingredients
Red bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, paprika, cumin, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the Taktouka. Request it be served with raw vegetables (e.g., cucumber slices, celery sticks, radish) as dippers instead of bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
التكتوكة: بدون سكر مضاف. تقدم كطبق جانبي بدون خبز.
For the Taktouka: no added sugar. Serve as a side dish without any bread.
Watch out for
Sugar can sometimes be added to sweeten the peppers or balance tomato acidity; typically served with high-carb bread. Bell peppers and tomatoes contribute natural sugars/carbs, which add up in a heavy restaurant portion.
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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