Tagine Bolognese

Tagine Bolognese is a delightful fusion of traditional Moroccan spices and rich Italian flavors, served in a keto-friendly style with zucchini noodles instead of pasta. This dish is aromatic and satisfying, perfect for a hearty yet low-carb meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium-sized
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, finely diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Moroccan spice blend - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini to create zucchini noodles and set aside.
2. In a tagine pot or large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
4. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and chopped red bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes until soft.
5. Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon.
6. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Moroccan spice blend, salt, black pepper, and water.
7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Add the zucchini noodles to the pot, mixing gently, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
9. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

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

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