Keto Qarnit Chayeh bil Dha
Keto Dried Octopus and Egg Scramble
Yes, with a tweak: ensure minimal tomato is used (or omit). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Tunisian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rustic and flavorful scramble made with rehydrated dried octopus, pan-fried with eggs, garlic, bell peppers, a touch of tomato, and seasoned with traditional Tunisian spices. A hearty and unique dish.
Key ingredients
Dried octopus (rehydrated), eggs, olive oil, garlic, bell peppers (various colors), small amount of fresh tomato, harissa, ground cumin, paprika, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure minimal tomato is used (or omit). Confirm no bread or potatoes are mixed in or served as a side. Request extra olive oil for fat.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء استخدام أقل قدر من الطماطم، أو إلغائها تماماً. بدون خبز أو بطاطس. مع زيت زيتون إضافي، لو سمحت.
Please use minimal tomato, or omit it. No bread or potatoes. And extra olive oil, please.
Watch out for
Higher amounts of tomatoes or bell peppers, which can add up in carbs. Potential for starchy sides or bread being included by default. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or harissa.
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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