Jordanian keto guide
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Keto friendliness
Adapting traditional Jordanian meals to keto requires diligent selection and often significant modification due to prevalent carb-heavy staples.
Top ingredients
Grilled lamb, chicken, olive oil, eggplant, zucchini, cucumber, and various spices are inherently keto-friendly components.
Danger zones
Rice (Mansaf, Maqluba), bread (Khobz, served with most meals), legumes (hummus, falafel, foul), and bulgur/freekeh are major carb traps.
Best for
This cuisine suits experienced keto dieters comfortable deconstructing plates, requesting modifications, and prioritizing grilled meats with non-starchy vegetable sides.
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Salatet Jarjeer
Rocket Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil
A refreshing and peppery simple salad made with fresh rocket (arugula) leaves, dressed minimally with extra vi…
3 net6 total3 fibre4 protein20 fat200 kcal
Sabanegh bil Zeit
Spinach with Olive Oil and Garlic
Fresh spinach leaves sautéed until tender with abundant olive oil, garlic, and seasoned with lemon juice. A si…
5 net10 total5 fibre6 protein30 fat300 kcal
Bathenjan Maqli
Fried Eggplant Slices
Simple yet satisfying, this dish consists of eggplant slices lightly seasoned and pan-fried until golden brown…
6 net12 total6 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
Qarnabeet Maqli
Fried Cauliflower Florets
Cauliflower florets, often briefly blanched, then pan-fried or deep-fried until soft inside and slightly crisp…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein27 fat300 kcal
Salatet Malfouf
Cabbage Salad
A refreshing and crisp salad made from finely shredded cabbage, dressed simply with fresh lemon juice, olive o…
9.5 net14 total4.5 fibre2 protein40.5 fat425 kcal
KAsoon
Khass bil Thawm w Zeit
Lettuce with Garlic and Olive Oil Salad
A very simple, refreshing salad made with crisp lettuce, finely minced garlic, and a generous dressing of oliv…
2 net4 total2 fibre2 protein30 fat294 kcal
KAsoon
Akkoub bil Zeit
Gundelia Thistle with Olive Oil and Garlic
A traditional, rustic dish featuring tender foraged wild thistle hearts (Akkoub), simmered with abundant garli…
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein20 fat200 kcal
KAsoon
Hindbeh bil Zeit
Chicory/Dandelion Greens with Olive Oil
A traditional dish featuring wild chicory or dandelion greens sautéed in abundant olive oil with garlic and se…
4 net8 total4 fibre3 protein25 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Mkhallalat Mashakkaleh
Mixed Pickles
A diverse assortment of pickled vegetables, including cucumbers, turnips, chili peppers, and sometimes caulifl…
4 net7 total3 fibre1 protein0 fat70 kcal
KAsoon
سبانخ بالجوز (Sabanegh bil Joz)
Spinach with Walnuts
A refreshing cold mezze or side dish featuring fresh spinach sautéed until tender, then dressed with a vibrant…
4 net12 total8 fibre8 protein32 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Baqdounis wal Zeitoun
Parsley and Olive Salad
A refreshing salad featuring finely chopped fresh parsley, mixed with pitted green or black olives, dressed wi…
4 net8 total4 fibre2 protein30 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Zaytoon bil Jebneh
Olive and Cheese Salad
A refreshing and tangy salad featuring a mix of green and black olives, often pitted, combined with crumbled o…
4 net7 total3 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Baqleh bil Laban
Purslane with Yogurt Salad
A refreshing cold salad made with fresh purslane leaves, often mixed with creamy plain yogurt, garlic, and a h…
5 net8 total3 fibre10 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Khorfesh bil Zeit
Artichoke Thistles with Olive Oil
Tender artichoke thistles (khorfesh) slow-cooked or marinated in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. A flavorf…
5 net15 total10 fibre5 protein40 fat440 kcal
KAsoon
Kousa bil Zeit w Thawm
Zucchini with Olive Oil and Garlic
A light and refreshing vegetarian side dish featuring sliced or diced zucchini sautéed in abundant olive oil w…
5 net8 total3 fibre5 protein25 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Malfouf bil Zeit w Thawm
Braised Cabbage with Olive Oil and Garlic
A simple and comforting side dish of green cabbage slowly braised in generous olive oil with plenty of garlic …
5 net10 total5 fibre5 protein45 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Mkhallal Lafit (مخلل لفت)
Pickled Turnips
Crisp and tangy pickled turnips, a common condiment or side dish in Jordanian cuisine. Made simply with turnip…
5 net7 total2 fibre1 protein0 fat40 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Za'atar (سلطة زعتر)
Wild Thyme Salad
A refreshing salad made with fresh wild thyme leaves (when in season), chopped tomatoes, and thinly sliced oni…
5 net8 total3 fibre2 protein16 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Zeitoun Mushakkal
Mixed Olives
A classic mezze featuring a selection of various pickled olives (typically green and black), often served gene…
5 net10 total5 fibre2 protein40 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Basal bil Sumac w Zeit
Onions with Sumac and Olive Oil
Thinly sliced red onions are generously tossed with vibrant sumac powder and a good drizzle of extra virgin ol…
6 net8 total2 fibre2 protein25 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan wal Felfel bil Zeit
Eggplant and Bell Peppers in Olive Oil
A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian meze featuring cubes of tender eggplant and colorful bell peppers, sautéed …
6 net14 total8 fibre4 protein28 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Fotor bil Kasbara w Toum
Sautéed Mushrooms with Cilantro and Garlic
Fresh mushrooms sautéed in olive oil with a fragrant blend of fresh cilantro and minced garlic, seasoned light…
6 net9 total3 fibre8 protein35 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Hindbeh bil Laban
Chicory in Yogurt Sauce
Wild chicory (dandelion greens) sautéed with garlic, then tossed in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce. A traditiona…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein20 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
كوسا مفروم بالثوم والكسبرة (Kousa Mafrum bil Thawm wal Kasbara)
Minced Zucchini with Garlic and Cilantro
Fresh zucchini, finely minced or grated, sautéed in olive oil with abundant crushed garlic and fresh cilantro …
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein22 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Kousa Maqli
Pan-Fried Zucchini
Slices or cubes of fresh zucchini lightly pan-fried in olive oil until tender and slightly caramelized, often …
6 net10 total4 fibre2 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
لوبيا بالجوز (Loubieh bil Jouz)
Green Beans with Walnuts
A simple yet flavorful cold mezze of tender-crisp green beans, tossed with aromatic garlic, zesty lemon, and a…
6 net15 total9 fibre9 protein34 fat370 kcal
KAsoon
Magdous
Stuffed Cured Eggplants in Olive Oil
Small, tender baby eggplants, traditionally boiled and then stuffed with a savory mixture of crushed walnuts, …
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Mfarraket Fotor
Sautéed Mushrooms with Herbs
A simple yet flavorful mezze or side dish of fresh mushrooms (typically button or cremini) vigorously sautéed …
6 net8 total2 fibre5 protein25 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Mfarraket Silq bil Jouz wal Thawm
Sautéed Swiss Chard with Walnuts and Garlic
A nutritious and flavorful vegetarian side dish. Fresh Swiss chard (silq) is sautéed with generous amounts of …
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Raheb
Monk's Salad (Grilled Eggplant Salad)
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring grilled or roasted eggplant, diced tomatoes, bell peppers (often color…
6 net12 total6 fibre3 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Silq bil Zeit wal Thawm
Swiss Chard with Oil and Garlic
A simple yet delicious vegetarian dish where fresh Swiss chard is sautéed with plenty of olive oil and fragran…
6 net10 total4 fibre5 protein32 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Zahr bil Joz
Cauliflower with Walnuts
A savory side dish featuring roasted or sautéed cauliflower florets mixed with toasted walnuts, fresh garlic, …
6 net10 total4 fibre7 protein35 fat390 kcal
KAsoon
Zahr Maqli bil Kasbara wal Thawm
Fried Cauliflower with Coriander & Garlic
Crispy fried cauliflower florets tossed with sautéed garlic and fresh coriander, finished with a squeeze of le…
6 net12 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Bamia bil Hamod w Thawm
Okra with Lemon and Garlic
Tender okra pods sautéed with plenty of garlic and seasoned with a vibrant lemon sauce. This vegetarian dish i…
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Kousa Maqli bil Laban w Na'na'
Fried Zucchini with Garlic Yogurt and Mint
Slices of zucchini are lightly pan-fried until golden brown and tender, then served with a refreshing, tangy s…
7 net10 total3 fibre15 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Loubieh Yabseh bil Zeit w Thawm
Dried Green Beans with Oil and Garlic
Rehydrated dried green beans, slow-cooked or sautéed with olive oil and garlic until tender and deeply flavore…
7 net15 total8 fibre8 protein35 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Qarnabeet Mashwi bil Thawm wal Hamod
Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic and Lemon
Florets of cauliflower roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, then tossed with generous amounts of fre…
7 net14 total7 fibre8 protein34 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Zalata Laban bil Khiyar
Yogurt Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and simple side salad made with strained plain full-fat yogurt (laban), finely diced cucumbers, f…
7 net8 total1 fibre10 protein15 fat180 kcal
KAsoon
Ardisawki bil Zeit
Artichoke Hearts in Olive Oil
A refreshing and healthy side dish featuring tender artichoke hearts slowly cooked in good quality olive oil w…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein20 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
كوسا مشوي مع لبنة (Keto Kousa Mashwi ma'a Labneh)
Grilled Zucchini with Labneh and Mint
Flavorful slices of zucchini grilled until tender with smoky charred edges, then topped with a generous dollop…
8 net13 total5 fibre12 protein30 fat330 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Bathenjan bil Toum w Kasbara
Fried Eggplant with Garlic and Coriander Skillet
Cubes of eggplant are pan-fried until tender, then sautéed with copious amounts of fresh garlic and coriander.…
8 net20 total12 fibre5 protein40 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Khodar Mashweyeh (بدون بطاطا)
Mixed Grilled Vegetables (Potato-Free)
A vibrant assortment of seasonal, low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, and onions, gr…
8 net15 total7 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Toum
Garlic Skillet
A simple, pungent skillet dish focusing on sautéed garlic cloves, often with green chilies, in abundant olive …
8 net10 total2 fibre2 protein30 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Zaytoon
Olive Salad
A simple yet flavorful salad made with a mix of green and black olives, finely chopped fresh tomatoes, red oni…
8 net12 total4 fibre3 protein32 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Mfarraket Bathenjan bil Felfel (مفركة باذنجان بالفلفل)
Stir-fried Eggplant and Bell Peppers
A simple, rustic side dish featuring diced eggplant and colorful bell peppers sautéed with garlic and generous…
9 net18 total9 fibre4 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Qarnabeet Mashwi ma' Tarator
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini-Lemon-Garlic Sauce
Crisp-tender florets of cauliflower, roasted until slightly caramelized and smoky, generously drizzled with a …
9 net15 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Shorbet Kousa (Creamy Zucchini Soup)
Creamy Zucchini Soup
A comforting and light creamy soup made from pureed zucchini, often enhanced with a touch of cream or yogurt, …
10 net15 total5 fibre10 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Felfel w Toum
Roasted Bell Pepper and Garlic Salad
A simple and flavorful cold salad made from roasted bell peppers (red, yellow, green) mixed with plenty of cru…
10 net15 total5 fibre3 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Zahra Mashwiyeh bil Tahini wal Hamod
Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini and Lemon
Tender florets of cauliflower are roasted until they achieve a slight caramelization, then generously drizzled…
10 net20 total10 fibre12 protein45 fat500 kcal