Rockin' Moroccan Keto

Moroccan Keto

Rockin' Moroccan Keto 

Spices available @Ei in the Skye Culinary  
on Instagram

Morocco is an extraordinary country of vibrant cities, diverse landscapes and unique cuisine. While there's nothing like eating at a rooftop Moroccan cafe, it's possible to enjoy these dishes right in your own home and it's also possible to eat them on the keto diet. 

Ras el Hanout

This classic spice is featured in many Moroccan dishes. There are countless combinations of ingredients, but the ones found in most authentic Moroccan delicacies are

Cumin, Ginger, Black, White and Pink Peppercorns, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Coriander, Cayenne Pepper, Allspice, 

Cloves and Star Anise 

All Spices available on Intagram @Ei in the Skye

Ras en Hanout actually means

 "TOP SHELF,” because it is a combination of the most flavorful spices. 

This Ras en Hanout recipe is completely keto-friendly, so feel free to adjust it to meet your personal taste. If you prefer a spicier blend, increase the cayenne to 1 tsp. This recipe can be halved or doubled, depending on the number of servings, but it’s a good idea to make the recipe and store it in a spice tin and use as needed. Store in a cool, dry place with  all of your other dry spices. 

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground ginger

1/2 tsp turmeric

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

3/4 tsp freshly ground black, white and/or pink peppercorns

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp Allspice

1/4 tsp ground cloves

Rockin' Moroccan Nachos

Made with Mexi-Zucchini and Zucchini 

KBosh Keto Crust "Pita Chips"

Ingredients

"Pita" Chips

4 KBosh Crust 

Meat

1 pound chopped beef, chicken or lamb

4 KBosh Crust 

1 1/2 tsp Ras en Hanout

1 TBS olive oil

1 tsp salt

2 cloves garlic

2 mini peppers, red and orange, sliced

1 jalapeno pepper

1 TBS chopped red onion

2 garlic cloves, sliced

1 TBS chopped cilantro and parsley

1/2 tsp lemon zest

Garnish

1/2 cup garbanzo beans

1/2 cup olives

Lemon Sllices

1/2 cup Hummus

Fresh Herbs

Directions

Step 1

The first step is to make the chips. Simply line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a pizza cutter, slice the KBosh crust into chip shapes. Place the chips in the oven on 350 degrees for 7 minutes. Turn and bake for an additional 7-8 minutes.

Step 2

In a large skillet, add oil, ground meat, peppers, onion,  garlic, seasoning, salt, and herbs 

Saute until meat is browned

Step 3

Spoon the meat over the chips

Garnish the beef and chips with  olives, garbanzo beans,* hummus (see recipe below),

lemon slices, tomatoes and fresh herbs 

Skillet Moroccan Chicken

Ingredients

1  1/2 pounds boneless chicken breast

3 TBS extra virgin olive oil

2 tsp Ras en Hanout

zest of one lemon and juice of one lemon
kosher salt & pepper

1 yellow onion, chopped

1 inch fresh ginger, grated

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

2 TBS balsamic vinegar

2 TBS toasted pistachios

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions
Step 1
Rub chicken with 1 TBS of the olive oil, spice blend, salt and pepper and lemon zest
Step 2
Add chicken to a large skillet and sear on both sides until golden brown and remove from pan
Step 3
Add remaining 2 TBS oil to pan
Add onion and cook 5 minutes until translucent
Add ginger and garlic and cook another minute
Reduce heat and add chicken broth and lemon juice
Step 4
Add chicken back to the pan and cook another 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked 
through
Step 5
Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 5 minutes
Step6
In a bowl, add pistachios, basil, vinegar and tomatoes
Step 7
Remove skillet from oven and spoon the vinegar mixtire over the chicken
Step 8
Top with crumbled feta and any extra sauce from the pan

Moroccan Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients

4 each, chicken thighs and drumsticks

1/2 medium eggplant, sliced

1 red onion, cut into wedges

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 small zucchini, sliced

1/4 cup green olives

Marinade

2 TBS olive oil

2 TBS Ras en Hanout

2 cloves garlic

2 TBS lemon juice

1 tsp salt

1 tsp pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees

Step 2

Chop Veggies and mix into 1 TBS of the oil

Step 3 

Mix the Spices, 2 TBS oil, garlic, salt, pepper and lemon juice and add the chicken and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes

Step 4

Place the chicken  on a parchment lines sheet pan and roast for 25 minutes

Step 5

Turn the chicken over and add the veggies to the pan and cook for an additional 20-25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked

Garnish with slivered almonds and chopped parsley or cilantro

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds mini brussels sprouts, halves

3/4 tsp kosher salt

3 TBS good olive oil

1/2 tsp pepper

1/4 tsp balsamic vinegar

Directions

Mix all of the ingredients in a bowl and toss to coat the brussels sprouts

Place on a parchment lines baking sheet and bake for 34-40 minutes, turning halfway through

Keto Hummus

Ingredients

1 can garbanzo beans

1/2 cup tahini

1 TBS lemon juice

1 TBS olive oil

paprika

garnish with paprika, olive oil, pine nuts and / or pistachios