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.
14 matching dishes
Fattoush
Keto Garden Salad with Omitted Bread
A fresh and vibrant mixed green salad with a tart dressing, typically including crisp lettuce, tomatoes, cucum…
6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
Khubeizeh (Malva Parviflora)
Wild Mallow with Olive Oil and Lemon
A traditional vegan side dish made from wild mallow leaves (similar to spinach), sautéed with generous olive o…
6 net12 total6 fibre10 protein35 fat380 kcal
Qalayet Baqleh
Purslane Sauté with Garlic and Tomato
A vibrant and tangy side dish featuring fresh purslane leaves sautéed in olive oil with garlic, onions, and so…
6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat340 kcal
Bamia bil Zeit
Okra in Olive Oil
Okra pods slowly cooked in olive oil with tomatoes, garlic, onion, and cilantro. A savory and tangy vegetarian…
9 net18 total9 fibre6 protein30 fat350 kcal
Loubieh bil Zeit
Green Beans Stewed in Olive Oil (Keto Side)
A simple and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring fresh green beans simmered in olive oil with tomatoes, onions…
9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Za'atar wa Zeit
Thyme and Olive Oil Dip (Keto Modified)
A quintessential Jordanian mezze consisting of a fragrant blend of dried wild thyme (za'atar) mixed generously…
4 net8 total4 fibre2 protein48 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Kousa bil Tahini (Roasted)
Roasted Zucchini with Tahini Sauce
A flavorful vegetable side dish featuring slices of zucchini roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, th…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein28 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tabbouleh (Cauliflower Rice/Parsley Salad)
A fresh and vibrant salad, traditionally made with bulgur. For the keto version, the bulgur is completely repl…
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan bil Fotor (Keto Modified - No Rice)
Eggplant with Mushrooms in Tomato Sauce (Keto Modified)
A delicious vegetarian side dish featuring tender eggplant cubes and earthy mushrooms cooked in a light tomato…
8 net15 total7 fibre8 protein28 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan bil Tahini
Baked Eggplant with Tahini Sauce (No Bread)
Baked or roasted eggplant halves, topped with a creamy, zesty tahini sauce (tahini, lemon, garlic) and often g…
8 net15 total7 fibre12 protein42 fat490 kcal
KAsoon
باذنجان بالطحينة والجوز (Bathenjan bil Tahini wal Joz)
Roasted Eggplant with Tahini and Walnuts Dip
A smoky, creamy mezze dip made from roasted eggplant, rich tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, elevated wit…
8 net18 total10 fibre10 protein45 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Batata Harra (Spicy Kohlrabi Cubes)
Keto Spicy Kohlrabi Cubes
A keto adaptation of the popular Lebanese/Jordanian spicy potato dish. Instead of potatoes, cubes of kohlrabi …
8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Loubieh Khadra bil Zeit
Green Beans in Olive Oil (Vegetarian)
A light and flavorful vegetarian dish of fresh green beans simmered or sautéed in abundant olive oil with garl…
8 net13 total5 fibre5 protein35 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Felfel
Sautéed Peppers
A simple and vibrant vegetarian side dish featuring bell peppers (often a mix of colors) sautéed with onions a…
10 net15 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal