Kefta Bil Batata

Kefta Bil Batata is a flavorful Moroccan dish featuring spiced ground meat formed into patties, served alongside a keto-friendly cauliflower mash that mimics traditional potatoes. This dish is rich in aromatic spices and offers a satisfying, low-carb alternative for dinner.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Cauliflower - 400 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Heavy cream - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small patties, about the size of your palm.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. While the patties are cooking, chop the cauliflower into florets and steam for about 10 minutes until tender.
5. Drain the cauliflower and place it in a food processor with butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth and creamy.
6. Serve the kefta patties over the cauliflower mash, drizzled with the remaining olive oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 38 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.

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