Keto Fritters de Courgette (Makoudh Style)
Keto Zucchini Fritters (Makoudh Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure zucchini is used as the base instead of potato. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Savory fritters inspired by the Tunisian Makoudh, but made with grated zucchini instead of potato. These are bound with eggs and a touch of almond flour, seasoned with fresh herbs like parsley and mint, and pan-fried until golden brown.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, eggs, almond flour, fresh parsley, fresh mint, finely minced onion (minimal), salt, black pepper, a pinch of cumin, olive oil for frying.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure zucchini is used as the base instead of potato. Confirm no regular wheat flour or breadcrumbs are used as a binder.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لـ Keto Fritters، تأكدوا من استخدام الكوسا كقاعدة بدلاً من البطاطا. وتأكدوا أنه لا يوجد طحين قمح عادي أو بقسماط كعامل ربط.
For Keto Fritters, ensure zucchini is the base, not potato. Confirm no regular wheat flour or breadcrumbs are used as a binder.
Watch out for
Traditional Makoudh is potato-based. Ensure only keto flours (like almond flour) are used, and avoid excess onion.
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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