Jordanian keto guide

A unique, rustic and seasonal stew highlighting tender wild thistle (zallout). The thistle is slow-cooked with…

A delicious baked dish featuring slices of mild Akkawi cheese topped with a rich layer of spiced minced lamb o…

A keto-friendly take on traditional eggplant patties. Grated or mashed roasted eggplant is mixed with seasoned…

A refreshing and healthy side dish featuring tender artichoke hearts slowly cooked in good quality olive oil w…

A comforting dish featuring layers or pieces of tender chicken and sautéed or baked eggplant, often cooked in …

A delicious vegetarian side dish featuring tender eggplant cubes and earthy mushrooms cooked in a light tomato…

Layers of tender baked eggplant slices topped with a rich, spiced mixture of ground lamb and crunchy toasted w…

Baked or roasted eggplant halves, topped with a creamy, zesty tahini sauce (tahini, lemon, garlic) and often g…

A smoky, creamy mezze dip made from roasted eggplant, rich tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, elevated wit…

A wholesome breakfast or light meal consisting of scrambled or pan-fried eggs cooked with generous amounts of …

Succulent chicken pieces roasted to perfection with generous amounts of sumac, olive oil, and onions, resultin…

Succulent chicken pieces cooked in a rich, intensely aromatic sauce highlighting generous amounts of sautéed g…

A traditional, rustic and hearty stew combining tender chicken pieces (often dark meat like thigh and drumstic…

Tender chunks of lamb slow-cooked in a clay pot with sautéed mushrooms, onions, garlic, and traditional Jordan…

Tender chunks of lamb slow-cooked in a traditional clay pot with a vibrant sauce of fresh garlic, coriander, a…

A traditional mezze dish featuring crumbled jibs (dried yogurt/jameed), rehydrated slightly, and served with a…

Small, open-faced keto 'pancakes' made from almond flour, lightly fried and then stuffed with clotted cream (a…

Tender lamb chunks and okra simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce, flavored with garlic and cilantro. Modified…

A keto adaptation of the popular Lebanese/Jordanian spicy potato dish. Instead of potatoes, cubes of kohlrabi …

Flavorful fritters made from grated zucchini, eggs, fresh herbs (like parsley and mint), and spices, pan-fried…

Flavorful slices of zucchini grilled until tender with smoky charred edges, then topped with a generous dollop…

A keto-adapted version of the classic 'Maqloubeh' (upside-down dish), featuring layers of tender lamb, fried c…

A comforting and aromatic dish that skillfully replaces traditional rice with cauliflower rice. It's cooked wi…

A luxurious baked fish dish where white fish fillets are cooked in a rich, creamy tahini and lemon sauce, ofte…

A rich and savory mushroom soup, often found in restaurants. For a keto version, it's prepared with heavy crea…

Tender pieces of lamb liver quickly pan-fried and seasoned with a rich blend of traditional Middle Eastern spi…

Pan-fried lamb or chicken liver, quickly sautéed with toasted pine nuts, onions, and garlic. Seasoned with sim…

Pan-fried lamb liver, cut into small pieces, cooked with green olives, garlic, fresh cilantro, and a hint of l…

Seasoned ground lamb or beef kofta patties baked in a creamy, tangy tahini sauce. The sauce is typically made …

A comforting, home-style stew featuring chunks of fresh zucchini and tender lamb (or beef) slow-cooked in a cr…

A refreshing and tangy dish made from homemade fermented yogurt (Laban Rayeb), blended with fresh cucumber, fr…

Thinly sliced lamb or beef, traditionally cooked on a convex metal griddle (saj) with onions, bell peppers, an…

Succulent, tender pieces of cooked lamb tongue, sautéed with a vibrant medley of colorful bell peppers and bri…

A light and flavorful vegetarian dish of fresh green beans simmered or sautéed in abundant olive oil with garl…

A hearty stew featuring tender pieces of lamb tripe slow-cooked with a selection of non-starchy vegetables suc…

A robust and savoury dish where lamb entrails (ma'aneh), typically heart, lung, and liver, are pan-fried until…

A flavorful and quick stir-fry featuring diced chicken breast or thigh meat sautéed with fresh mushrooms, onio…

A classic Middle Eastern stew featuring mucilaginous jute mallow leaves cooked with tender pieces of lamb, gar…

A creamy, smoky dip made from roasted or grilled zucchini, mashed and blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, …

Cubes of eggplant are pan-fried until tender, then sautéed with copious amounts of fresh garlic and coriander.…

A unique and rich dish of pan-fried tender cow udder, typically seasoned with garlic, lemon, and a mix of spic…

A simple yet satisfying breakfast or light meal, where eggs are scrambled or fried with diced bell peppers, on…

A robust and flavorful stir-fry featuring bell peppers (or mild green chilies), minced lamb or beef, and scram…

A vibrant assortment of seasonal, low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, and onions, gr…

Tender lamb kidneys sautéed with fresh mushrooms, onions, and garlic, then finished with a melt of savory whit…

Tender zucchini pieces sautéed with fragrant onions and garlic, then mixed with cubes of golden-brown pan-frie…

A simple, pungent skillet dish focusing on sautéed garlic cloves, often with green chilies, in abundant olive …

A flavorful and satisfying baked meatloaf made from seasoned minced lamb or beef, often mixed with finely chop…

Tender pieces of chicken, often sliced or shredded, cooked quickly on a large, convex griddle (saj) with onion…

A substantial and refreshing salad featuring grilled or pan-fried halloumi cheese cubes, blanched crisp-tender…

A generous portion of seasoned, thinly sliced chicken or beef shawarma meat, expertly grilled, served over a b…

A simple yet flavorful salad made with a mix of green and black olives, finely chopped fresh tomatoes, red oni…

A hearty, simple home-style dish featuring tender lamb ribs or flank meat, slow-stewed with onions, garlic, an…

A rustic and refreshing dish featuring fresh Swiss chard sautéed with garlic in olive oil, then generously mix…

A flavorful and hearty dish featuring fresh Swiss chard, finely chopped and sautéed with seasoned minced lamb …

Chicken pieces (typically bone-in thighs and drumsticks) baked in a large tray with sliced onions, generous am…

A hearty and satisfying baked dish featuring layers of pan-fried halloumi cheese, seasoned minced lamb, and eg…

A delightful tray bake combining tender slices of zucchini and cauliflower florets with seasoned minced lamb o…

A prized seasonal delicacy, this dish features the tender stalks of wild artichoke thistle (akkoub) stewed wit…

A seasonal delicacy featuring the tender hearts of wild thistle (akkoub) sautéed with olive oil, garlic, and s…