Tangia Marrakeshia (Keto-Friendly)
Slow-Cooked Lamb or Beef Stew with Preserved Lemon
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A rustic and rich stew, traditionally cooked for hours in an urn (tangia) in the embers of a hammam oven. It features lamb or beef, preserved lemons, garlic, saffron, cumin, and a generous amount of olive oil and smen (aged butter). This dish is inherently low-carb and typically served without added carbs.
Key ingredients
Lamb shank or beef, preserved lemons, garlic, olive oil, cumin, saffron, smen (aged butter).
Optional tweaks
No modifications are typically needed as Tangia is inherently low-carb. Just confirm no couscous or bread will be served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طنجية مراكشية، من فضلك تأكد لي أنها لا تقدم مع كسكس أو خبز.
For the Tangia Marrakeshia, please confirm no couscous or bread will be served with it.
Watch out for
Extremely low risk. Preserved lemons and garlic contribute minimal carbs. Confirm no unusual sugary additions.
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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