Harissa bi Dha
Tunisian Harissa with Poached Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A simple, spicy, and satisfying dish where eggs are gently poached directly in a rich, olive oil-infused harissa sauce. Typically served in a small tagine or skillet for dipping (keto modification: no bread).
Key ingredients
Eggs, harissa paste (chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, caraway, coriander), generous olive oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Confirm the harissa paste used does not contain added sugar. Crucially, ensure no bread is served alongside the dish.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هل هريسة الطبق فيها سكر مضاف؟ ومطلقاً لا تقدم أي خبز مع هذا الطبق من فضلك.
Does the harissa paste contain added sugar? And absolutely no bread served with this dish, please.
Watch out for
Harissa paste often contains small amounts of sugar or roasted red peppers, and the dish is traditionally served with large quantities of bread for dipping.
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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