Tangia Marrakchia (Slow-Cooked Lamb or Beef)
Marrakchi Clay Pot Lamb/Beef with Preserved Lemon & Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A traditional Marrakchi specialty, where cuts of lamb or beef (often shank or shoulder) are slow-cooked in a unique clay urn (tangia) with preserved lemon, garlic, cumin, saffron, and olive oil, resulting in extremely tender, falling-off-the-bone meat. Naturally very rich and keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef cuts, olive oil, preserved lemon, garlic, cumin, saffron, smen (fermented butter, optional), water.
Optional tweaks
None needed. This dish is naturally keto. Just avoid any bread or side dishes that may be offered.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الـطنجية المراكشية من فضلك بدون خبز نهائياً.
For the Tangia Marrakchia, please serve it without any bread.
Watch out for
None inherent to the dish itself. Only if served with a high-carb accompaniment.
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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