Keto Baked Kefta

Keto Baked Kefta is a flavorful Moroccan-inspired dish featuring spiced ground meat shaped into tender, juicy meatballs and baked to perfection. This low-carb meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner while keeping your keto diet on track.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Ground lamb - 250 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 ml (sugar-free)
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and egg. Mix well until fully combined.
3. Shape the meat mixture into small oval-shaped meatballs (kefta) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red bell pepper and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Spread the sautéed red bell pepper evenly over the kefta on the baking sheet.
6. Pour the tomato sauce over the meatballs and peppers, ensuring all are covered.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the kefta are cooked through and browned on top.
8. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle maintenance and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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