Iraqi keto guide
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Iraqi Tikka
Grilled Lamb Chunks
Tender chunks of marinated lamb (or sometimes beef), skewered and grilled until juicy and flavorful. The marin…
8 net10 total2 fibre75 protein65 fat900 kcal
Jajeek
Cucumber and Yogurt Dip
A refreshing and cooling cold dip made with thick, strained full-fat yogurt (laban), finely diced cucumbers, c…
8 net10 total2 fibre15 protein30 fat350 kcal
Khodar Mashwi (Grilled Mixed Vegetables)
Grilled Mixed Vegetables Platter
A vibrant and flavorful platter of seasonal low-carb vegetables, such as zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein28 fat300 kcal
Labaniya (Keto Modified)
Iraqi Lamb and Yogurt Stew
A rich and tangy stew of tender lamb pieces slow-cooked in a savory yogurt-based sauce, traditionally seasoned…
8 net10 total2 fibre60 protein65 fat800 kcal
Masgouf
Grilled Carp
A traditional Iraqi dish of slow-grilled carp, often seasoned with salt, lemon, and sometimes tamarind or othe…
8 net10 total2 fibre80 protein75 fat1000 kcal
Shorbat Kusa
Creamy Zucchini Soup
A soothing and creamy soup made with fresh zucchini, typically blended smooth with a rich broth and heavy crea…
8 net12 total4 fibre8 protein45 fat480 kcal
Dajaj Bil Forn
Baked Chicken with Aromatics
Succulent chicken pieces (often thighs and drumsticks, skin-on) marinated in traditional Iraqi spices, lemon j…
9 net12 total3 fibre100 protein90 fat1330 kcal
Iraqi Kabab
Grilled Minced Lamb & Beef Skewers
Skewers of finely minced lamb and beef, seasoned with grated onions and traditional Iraqi spices, then grilled…
9 net12 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
Lahm Bil Forn
Iraqi Baked Lamb with Vegetables
Succulent chunks of lamb, slow-baked until wonderfully tender, often prepared with onions, tomatoes, and bell …
9 net15 total6 fibre55 protein70 fat880 kcal
Lisan Ma' Lahm (Keto Modified)
Braised Beef Tongue with Keto Vegetables
Tender beef tongue, slow-braised to perfection in a savory, spiced broth, typically served with a selection of…
9 net15 total6 fibre70 protein75 fat920 kcal
Margat Krafs (Keto Modified)
Celery Stew with Lamb/Beef (Keto)
A fragrant and tangy stew combining tender lamb or beef pieces with celery stalks, onions, garlic, and a hint …
9 net15 total6 fibre60 protein60 fat780 kcal
Sujuk Maqli
Pan-fried Iraqi Sausage
Iraqi Sujuk, a spicy, often garlic-infused sausage, pan-fried to perfection. Served as is, without bread or ri…
9 net10 total1 fibre35 protein55 fat650 kcal
Kishkash (Lamb Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)
Iraqi Lamb Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Flavorful Iraqi lamb meatballs, seasoned with aromatic spices and simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce until…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein58 fat750 kcal
Kusa Bi Zit
Zucchini with Olive Oil and Garlic
Fresh zucchini sautéed or steamed, then tossed with generous olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and herbs l…
10 net15 total5 fibre8 protein38 fat420 kcal
Ma'alooof
Yogurt-Braised Lamb (Served without Rice)
A savory Iraqi dish featuring tender lamb pieces slowly braised in a creamy, tangy full-fat yogurt sauce, seas…
10 net12 total2 fibre65 protein80 fat1000 kcal
Salata
Iraqi Salad
A refreshing and common side salad in Iraqi cuisine, typically made with finely diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and…
10 net15 total5 fibre3 protein30 fat300 kcal
Samak Bil Forn
Baked Fish with Keto Vegetables
A whole or filleted fish (such as sea bream or bass) baked until flaky, seasoned with lemon, garlic, olive oil…
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
Samak Harra
Baked Spicy Fish with Tomato & Walnut Sauce (No Rice)
A whole baked fish (often sea bass or similar white fish) coated in a rich, spicy tomato-based sauce, traditio…
10 net14 total4 fibre70 protein60 fat880 kcal
Keto Dolma
Stuffed Vegetables with Lamb and Cauliflower Rice
A keto version of traditional Iraqi stuffed vegetables. Minced lamb or beef mixed with cauliflower rice and he…
11 net18 total7 fibre40 protein55 fat700 kcal
Kilawi bil Tamata
Lamb Kidneys with Tomato Sauce
A robust Iraqi offal dish featuring lamb kidneys sautéed and then simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with…
11 net15 total4 fibre45 protein50 fat700 kcal
Mulukhiyah
Jute Mallow Stew with Chicken (without rice)
A distinctive and flavorful stew made from finely chopped jute mallow leaves (mulukhiyah), slow-cooked with te…
11 net18 total7 fibre50 protein48 fat680 kcal
Qarnabeet Bi Zit
Cauliflower with Olive Oil and Garlic
Blanched or lightly roasted cauliflower florets, drizzled generously with olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice…
11 net18 total7 fibre10 protein40 fat480 kcal
Qeema
Iraqi Spiced Minced Lamb/Beef Stew (No Rice)
A rich and deeply flavored minced lamb or beef stew, slow-cooked in a spiced tomato base, often with dried bla…
11 net18 total7 fibre60 protein60 fat820 kcal
Shorbat Khodar Bil Lahm
Mixed Vegetable and Lamb Soup (Keto)
A warm and comforting soup featuring tender lamb pieces simmered with a selection of low-carb vegetables like …
11 net18 total7 fibre40 protein38 fat550 kcal
Bamia Maqliya (Fried Okra with Lamb/Beef)
Pan-Fried Okra with Lamb/Beef (Keto Version)
A savory dish featuring tender okra pods pan-fried or sautéed with generous chunks of lamb or beef. It's seaso…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein55 fat750 kcal
Fasoolia Bil Lahm
Green Bean and Lamb Stew (without rice)
A hearty Iraqi stew featuring tender lamb chunks slow-cooked with fresh green beans in a rich tomato-based sau…
12 net20 total8 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Karnabeet Maqli Ma' Laham (Fried Cauliflower with Lamb/Beef)
Pan-Fried Cauliflower with Lamb/Beef (Keto Version)
Golden-fried cauliflower florets combined with sautéed lamb or beef, garlic, and Middle Eastern spices. This h…
12 net20 total8 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Keto Sheesh Barak (Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce)
Keto Meatballs in Minted Garlic Yogurt Sauce
A keto-modified version of the beloved Iraqi dish, featuring savory, carb-binder-free lamb or beef meatballs s…
12 net15 total3 fibre60 protein55 fat780 kcal
Tepsi Baytinijan
Iraqi Eggplant and Meat Casserole
A hearty Iraqi casserole featuring layers of pan-fried eggplant, minced lamb or beef cooked in a savory tomato…
12 net20 total8 fibre45 protein65 fat850 kcal
Kaliya Dajaj
Sautéed Chicken with Tomatoes and Vegetables
A flavorful Iraqi sautéed chicken dish, featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with a medley of fresh vegetabl…
13 net18 total5 fibre55 protein60 fat800 kcal
Keto Biryani (with Cauliflower Rice)
Iraqi Spiced Lamb/Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
A keto-adapted version of the classic Iraqi Biryani, featuring fragrant, richly spiced lamb or chicken and mix…
13 net22 total9 fibre45 protein60 fat780 kcal
Keto Koosa Mahshi
Keto Stuffed Zucchini (with Cauliflower Rice)
Whole zucchinis cored and stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground meat, herbs, and riced cauliflower, then …
13 net22 total9 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Keto Maqluba (Cauliflower Rice & Eggplant Layered Dish)
Upside-Down Cauliflower Rice and Eggplant with Lamb/Chicken
A majestic 'upside-down' dish, re-imagined for keto. Layers of pan-fried eggplant slices, tender lamb or chick…
13 net25 total12 fibre60 protein110 fat1315 kcal
Kofta Bil Sayniyah (Keto Baked Lamb/Beef Kofta with Vegetables)
Keto Baked Lamb/Beef Kofta Tray with Onions and Tomatoes
Spiced ground lamb or beef kofta, shaped into patties or a solid layer, baked in a tray alongside sliced onion…
13 net16 total3 fibre60 protein85 fat1100 kcal
Margat Sabanekh
Spinach & Lamb/Beef Stew
A flavorful and hearty stew made with fresh spinach, tender pieces of lamb or beef, cooked with onions, garlic…
13 net20 total7 fibre55 protein40 fat680 kcal
Kaliya Baytinijan Bil Laham
Sautéed Eggplant with Lamb/Beef
A delicious and substantial dish made from cubed eggplant pan-fried until golden, then sautéed with tender pie…
14 net19 total5 fibre50 protein107 fat1225 kcal
Keto Tabbouleh (with Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh
A fresh and vibrant interpretation of the classic Middle Eastern salad. Finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes…
14 net23 total9 fibre2 protein50 fat570 kcal
Kibdat Dajaj bil Dibs Rumman
Chicken Liver with Pomegranate Molasses
A vibrant Iraqi dish of sautéed chicken liver, often cooked with onions and flavored with a touch of tart pome…
14 net18 total4 fibre45 protein55 fat750 kcal
Margat Ardi Shoki (Keto Modified)
Artichoke Stew with Lamb/Beef (Keto)
A flavorful and hearty stew featuring tender lamb or beef chunks slow-cooked with artichoke hearts, onions, ga…
14 net22 total8 fibre65 protein65 fat820 kcal
Margat Kusa (Zucchini Stew with Lamb/Beef, no rice)
Zucchini and Lamb/Beef Stew (Keto Version)
A hearty Iraqi stew featuring tender zucchini and slow-cooked lamb or beef chunks, simmered in a rich, savory …
14 net20 total6 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
Keto Badinjan Mahshi
Keto Stuffed Eggplant (with Cauliflower Rice)
Small eggplants hollowed out and filled with a savory blend of seasoned ground meat, herbs, and riced cauliflo…
15 net25 total10 fibre48 protein50 fat700 kcal
Tepsi Kusa Bil Laham
Baked Zucchini and Ground Meat Casserole
A comforting baked dish featuring layers of sliced zucchini and spiced ground lamb or beef, often with a simpl…
15 net24 total9 fibre60 protein85 fat1140 kcal
Keto Layered Eggplant with Meat and Tahini Yogurt
Layers of pan-fried or baked eggplant slices, richly seasoned ground lamb or beef, and a creamy, tangy sauce m…
16 net25 total9 fibre50 protein75 fat950 kcal
Sheykh al-Mahshi (Keto Stuffed Zucchini/Eggplant with Yogurt Sauce)
Keto Stuffed Zucchini/Eggplant with Lamb in Yogurt Sauce
Hollowed zucchini or eggplant, traditionally stuffed with a savory, spiced ground lamb or beef mixture (modifi…
16 net22 total6 fibre60 protein70 fat980 kcal
Margat Bamia
Okra & Lamb/Beef Stew
A savory and tangy stew featuring tender okra and chunks of lamb or beef, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauc…
17 net25 total8 fibre50 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Zubaidi Mashwi
Grilled Pomfret
A whole Pomfret fish, a prized fish in Iraqi cuisine, seasoned simply with salt, black pepper, and often a tou…
1 net1 total0 fibre70 protein32 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Bayd al-Samak Mashwi
Grilled Fish Roe
Fresh fish roe, typically from carp or other large freshwater fish common in Iraqi rivers, is carefully season…
2 net2 total0 fibre30 protein28 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Baydh bil Samn (بيض بالدهن الحر)
Fried Eggs Cooked in Ghee
A classic Iraqi breakfast or light meal consisting of eggs fried generously in authentic Iraqi ghee (clarified…
2 net2 total0 fibre18 protein40 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Khashab
Grilled Lamb Skewers with Fat
Succulent chunks of lamb meat and lamb fat, expertly threaded onto skewers and grilled over charcoal until ten…
2 net3 total1 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Qalb Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Heart
Grilled lamb heart, typically marinated in simple spices like salt, pepper, and sometimes a hint of lemon or s…
2 net2 total0 fibre45 protein32 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Qawarma bil Baydh
Dried Meat with Eggs
A hearty dish featuring Qawarma, a traditional Iraqi preserved and dried lamb or beef meat (often confit in it…
2 net2 total0 fibre50 protein70 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Barg Ghanam Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Fillet Skewers
Premium cuts of tender lamb fillet, typically marinated in onion juice, olive oil, and spices, then skewered a…
3 net4 total1 fibre75 protein55 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Fashit Maqli bil Thoom wal Laymoon
Fried Lamb Tripe with Garlic and Lemon
Pan-fried strips of lamb tripe, cooked until tender yet delightfully chewy, then quickly sautéed with pungent …
3 net3 total0 fibre65 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Jubna Maqli
Fried White Cheese
A straightforward and delightful Iraqi dish consisting of slices of firm, often salty, white cheese (such as N…
3 net3 total0 fibre25 protein40 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Kashkaval bil Baydh
Fried Kashkaval Cheese with Eggs
A hearty breakfast or light meal consisting of slices of Kashkaval cheese fried until golden and bubbly, then …
3 net3 total0 fibre35 protein48 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Kibbeh Nayyeh (Keto Modified, no bulgur)
Spiced Raw Lamb Tartare
A keto adaptation of the classic Levantine dish, featuring very finely minced fresh lean lamb (or beef), seaso…
3 net5 total2 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Mokh Maqli bil Baydh wal Thoom
Lamb Brain Sautéed with Eggs and Garlic
A unique and rich Iraqi delicacy featuring tender lamb brain, delicately pan-fried and quickly sautéed with sc…
3 net4 total1 fibre45 protein70 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Salat Mokh
Iraqi Brain Salad
A distinctive and rich cold salad made from tender, cooked lamb or beef brains, typically seasoned with lemon …
3 net5 total2 fibre30 protein70 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Sheshwet Kibda
Skewered Lamb Liver
Small cubes of fresh lamb liver marinated simply with spices and olive oil, then skewered and grilled or pan-f…
3 net4 total1 fibre55 protein38 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Zaytoon ma' Jubna
Marinated Olives and Feta Cheese Plate
A simple and refreshing appetizer or side dish. A selection of brined olives (such as Kalamata or green olives…
3 net5 total2 fibre15 protein38 fat400 kcal