Egyptian keto guide
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قشطة بلدي
Local Clotted Cream
A thick, rich, and creamy clotted cream made from full-fat buffalo or cow's milk, similar to Devonshire cream.…
7 net7 total0 fibre5 protein45 fat450 kcal
شاورما طبق (بدون خبز)
Shawarma Platter (No Bread)
Tender, marinated slices of chicken or beef (or a mix) slow-roasted on a vertical rotisserie, then shaved and …
7 net8 total1 fibre70 protein40 fat650 kcal
كبدة مطبوخة
Stewed Beef Liver (not Alexandrian)
Beef liver stewed in a rich, savory sauce, distinct from the faster Alexandrian preparation. This dish typical…
7 net9 total2 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
أرضي شوكي باللحمة
Artichoke Hearts with Beef/Lamb
Tender artichoke hearts stewed with succulent pieces of beef or lamb in a light tomato and herb sauce, often w…
8 net15 total7 fibre40 protein40 fat580 kcal
غيمة
Braised Brain with Eggs & Tomato
A rich and unique Egyptian dish, featuring tender braised lamb or beef brain, often cooked in a savory tomato-…
8 net12 total4 fibre30 protein50 fat600 kcal
كوارع بصلصة الفتة (بدون أرز/خبز)
Braised Trotters with Garlic-Vinegar Sauce (no rice/bread)
Tender, gelatinous beef trotters (kaware') that have been slow-braised until fork-tender, then served in a pun…
8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein65 fat750 kcal
شوربة كريمة بالمشروم (بدون دقيق)
Cream of Mushroom Soup (No Flour)
A rich and creamy soup made with fresh mushrooms, chicken or vegetable broth, and heavy cream. The keto modifi…
8 net10 total2 fibre8 protein42 fat450 kcal
سلطة بلدي
Egyptian Chopped Salad
A refreshing, finely diced salad featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, green bell peppers, red onions, and…
8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein15 fat180 kcal
مشاوي مشكل
Mixed Grill Platter (Kebab, Kofta, Shish Tawook)
A generous platter featuring a variety of popular grilled meats: succulent lamb or beef cubes (Kebab), spiced …
8 net10 total2 fibre70 protein55 fat800 kcal
طاجن عكاوي
Oxtail Tajine (Slow-Cooked Oxtail Stew)
Tender oxtail slow-cooked in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with onions and spices, typically served bubbli…
8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein70 fat950 kcal
قلب مقلي
Pan-fried Beef/Lamb Heart
Tender pieces of beef or lamb heart, pan-fried with onions, garlic, and bell peppers in generous oil or ghee. …
8 net12 total4 fibre58 protein48 fat680 kcal
شوربة سي فود
Seafood Soup
A rich and flavorful Egyptian seafood soup, typically featuring a variety of fresh seafood like shrimp, calama…
8 net10 total2 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal
شيش طاووق
Shish Tawook (Chicken Skewers)
Succulent cubes of marinated chicken, often grilled with bell peppers and onions. The marinade is typically yo…
8 net10 total2 fibre80 protein45 fat780 kcal
سجق اسكندراني
Alexandrian Sausage
Spicy Egyptian beef sausages, often pan-fried or sautéed with sliced bell peppers, onions, and sometimes a tou…
9 net12 total3 fibre35 protein65 fat750 kcal
سخينة (بدون خبز)
Braised Beef/Lamb with Fried Eggs (No Bread)
A traditional Upper Egyptian dish, typically featuring slow-braised beef or lamb in a rich, savory sauce, ofte…
9 net12 total3 fibre70 protein50 fat780 kcal
داوود باشا
Egyptian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Flavorful, tender ground meat meatballs (typically beef or lamb) simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce, often…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat650 kcal
حواوشي بدون خبز
Hawawshi Meat Patty (without bread)
The flavorful, spicy ground beef filling typically used for Egyptian Hawawshi, prepared and served as a standa…
9 net12 total3 fibre65 protein78 fat980 kcal
كمونية لحمة
Kamounia (Cumin Beef Stew)
A rich and aromatic Egyptian stew featuring tender chunks of beef (or lamb), heavily spiced with cumin, garlic…
9 net12 total3 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
بط بالبرتقال
Roasted Duck with Keto Orange Glaze
Whole roasted duck, traditionally served with a sweet and tangy orange sauce. For keto, the sauce is modified …
9 net10 total1 fibre65 protein70 fat900 kcal
سبانخ باللحمة
Spinach with Meat Stew
A hearty and popular Egyptian stew featuring tender spinach leaves simmered with succulent pieces of beef or l…
9 net16 total7 fibre42 protein43 fat620 kcal
طحينة سائلة
Creamy Tahini Dip
A rich, creamy, and nutty dip made from ground sesame paste (tahini), typically emulsified with lemon juice, g…
10 net15 total5 fibre12 protein35 fat380 kcal
زبادي بلدي كامل الدسم
Full-Fat Plain Egyptian Yogurt
Traditional homemade-style full-fat plain yogurt (Laban Zabad), typically thick, creamy, and tangy. It's often…
10 net10 total0 fibre15 protein20 fat250 kcal
ملوخية
Jute Mallow Soup
A vibrant green, thick soup made from finely minced jute mallow leaves, simmered in a rich chicken, rabbit, or…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
شوربة خضار (بدون بطاطس/أرز)
Keto Vegetable Soup (No Potatoes/Rice)
A light and savory vegetable soup, featuring a clear broth filled with a variety of non-starchy vegetables, se…
10 net15 total5 fibre5 protein10 fat150 kcal
ورق عنب محشي لحمة (بدون أرز)
Keto Warraq Enab (Meat-filled Grape Leaves)
Tender vine leaves are carefully rolled and stuffed with a savory and aromatic mixture of seasoned minced meat…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal
باذنجان مخلل
Pickled Eggplant (Sugar-Free)
Small whole eggplants, boiled or fried, then stuffed with a vibrant mixture of garlic, chili, bell peppers, an…
10 net18 total8 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
قرنبيط معمر باللحمة
Cauliflower "Ma'amar" with Meat (Baked in Cream)
A keto interpretation of the traditional Egyptian 'Ma'amar' (baked rice casserole). Riced cauliflower is combi…
11 net18 total7 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
سمك صيادية (بدون أرز)
Fish Sayadeya (No Rice)
A flavorful dish featuring whole or filleted white fish (such as sea bass or snapper) cooked in a rich, deeply…
11 net15 total4 fibre60 protein40 fat650 kcal
طاجن جمبري / سمك (بدون أرز/بطاطس)
Seafood Tagine (Shrimp or Fish, no rice/potatoes)
A flavorful and aromatic seafood dish, oven-baked in an earthenware tagine. It features succulent shrimp or te…
11 net15 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat680 kcal
كوسة/باذنجان/فلفل محشي لحمة (بدون أرز)
Stuffed Zucchini/Eggplant/Peppers with Spiced Meat (No Rice)
Hollowed-out zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers filled with a rich and savory mixture of seasoned minced beef…
11 net18 total7 fibre35 protein40 fat500 kcal
كباب حلة
Egyptian Beef Pot Roast (Kabab Halal)
A traditional Egyptian pot roast made with tender beef chunks slow-cooked until meltingly tender in a rich, sa…
12 net15 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
ورقة لحمة (بدون بطاطس/أرز)
Meat & Vegetable Foil Packet (No Potatoes/Rice)
Tender cuts of beef or lamb slow-cooked in a sealed foil packet with aromatic spices, onions, bell peppers, an…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
طاجن تورلي لحمة (بدون بطاطس/أرز)
Mixed Vegetable & Meat Tagine (No Potatoes/Rice)
A rich, slow-cooked Egyptian stew featuring tender cuts of beef or lamb simmered with a variety of low-carb ve…
12 net18 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
بامية باللحمة
Okra and Meat Stew
A comforting and hearty stew featuring tender okra pods and generous chunks of meat (typically beef or lamb) c…
13 net20 total7 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
شكشوكة
Shakshuka (Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce, no bread)
Eggs poached in a vibrant sauce of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chili peppers. A hearty and flavorful dish, s…
13 net18 total5 fibre30 protein50 fat620 kcal
محشي كرنب باللحمة (بدون أرز)
Stuffed Cabbage Leaves with Meat (no rice)
Cabbage leaves carefully stuffed with a rich mixture of minced beef or lamb, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs (…
13 net22 total9 fibre45 protein40 fat600 kcal
كوسة باللحمة
Zucchini and Beef Stew
A comforting Egyptian stew made with tender chunks of zucchini and beef, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce…
14 net20 total6 fibre55 protein35 fat600 kcal
فاصوليا خضرا باللحمة
Green Beans and Beef Stew
A hearty Egyptian stew featuring fresh green beans and tender beef pieces, slow-cooked in a savory tomato sauc…
15 net22 total7 fibre55 protein35 fat600 kcal
مسقعة
Moussaka (Egyptian Style, no potato/béchamel)
A comforting casserole of layered fried eggplant, rich ground beef, and a savory tomato sauce. The Egyptian ve…
17 net25 total8 fibre60 protein85 fat1050 kcal
لحمة بالبصل
Beef with Onions Stew
Slow-cooked beef cubes in a rich, savory onion gravy, traditionally served with rice. The keto modification fo…
25 net30 total5 fibre68 protein95 fat1150 kcal