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.

7 matching dishes

Jaj Mashwi

Simple Grilled Chicken (Whole/Half)

A classic grilled whole or half chicken, marinated simply with lemon, garlic, olive oil, and Middle Eastern sp…

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3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein55 fat800 kcal

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Nikhkh'a Mashwi

Roasted Bone Marrow

Beef or lamb bone marrow, roasted within the bone until it becomes a rich, unctuous, and spreadable delicacy. …

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1 net1 total0 fibre12 protein95 fat900 kcal

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Gambari Mashwi / Maqli

Grilled / Fried Shrimp (Prawns)

Succulent shrimp (prawns) prepared either grilled with a simple marinade of lemon, garlic, olive oil, and herb…

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3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal

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Samak Maqli bil Thawm wal Kasbara (Keto Modified)

Pan-Fried Fish with Garlic and Cilantro (Keto)

Fresh whole fish or fillets (e.g., sea bream, snapper) seasoned, and pan-fried until crispy, then finished wit…

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3 net5 total2 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal

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Summan Mashwi

Grilled Quail

Whole quail, marinated in a blend of lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and various spices (such as paprika and t…

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3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal

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Tihal Maqliyeh

Fried Lamb Spleen

Pan-fried slices of lamb spleen, typically seasoned simply with garlic and lemon juice. A savory and authentic…

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3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat447 kcal

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Zarb (Lamb Cooked in Underground Oven)

Pit-Cooked Lamb (Keto Modified)

A Bedouin specialty featuring incredibly tender, succulent lamb (usually a whole shoulder or leg) cooked slowl…

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3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein65 fat900 kcal