Tanjia Marrakchia (Slow-Cooked Lamb/Beef)
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A Marrakchi specialty, this dish features succulent lamb or beef, slow-cooked for many hours in a traditional clay urn (tanjia) with preserved lemons, saffron, cumin, garlic, and a generous amount of olive oil until it's fall-off-the-bone tender.
Key ingredients
Lamb shank/shoulder or beef, olive oil, preserved lemons, saffron, cumin, garlic, smen (fermented butter, optional), water.
Optional tweaks
No modifications needed for the dish itself. Politely decline any bread or couscous typically served alongside.
Watch out for
Usually served with bread for dipping the rich sauce.
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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