Tanjia Marrakchia
Slow-Cooked Marrakchi Lamb or Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A celebrated specialty from Marrakech, featuring succulent lamb or beef (often shoulder or neck) slow-cooked for hours in a traditional clay urn (tanjia) with preserved lemons, saffron, cumin, garlic, and olive oil. The meat becomes incredibly tender and rich, full of intense, savory flavors.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/neck or beef, preserved lemons, garlic, cumin, saffron, olive oil, smen (clarified butter), salt.
Optional tweaks
This dish is naturally keto. Just ensure no starchy side dishes (like bread or rice) are served alongside it. It's best enjoyed as is.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طنجية مراكشية من فضلك، تأكد ألا يقدم معها أي أطباق جانبية نشوية مثل الخبز أو الأرز.
For the Tanjia Marrakchia, please ensure no starchy side dishes like bread or rice are served with it.
Watch out for
Minimal. Preserved lemons contribute negligible carbs. Ensure no hidden starchy thickeners in the sauce, though this is rare for authentic Tanjia.
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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