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.
26 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…
3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein55 fat800 kcal
Makanek / Soujouk
Pan-Fried Spiced Lamb/Beef Sausages
Small, savory sausages typically made from lamb or beef, intensely seasoned with a blend of Middle Eastern spi…
4 net5 total1 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
Samak Maqli
Pan-Fried Fish Fillet (Breading-Free)
Fresh fish fillet (such as Red Snapper, Sea Bream, or Hammour) seasoned with salt, pepper, cumin, and lemon, t…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein45 fat680 kcal
Ejjeh (Keto Modified)
Keto Herb Omelet (Flour-Free)
A savory, thick omelet or fritter-like dish made from eggs, a generous blend of fresh herbs (parsley, mint, di…
5 net8 total3 fibre18 protein28 fat350 kcal
Fakhada Ghanam
Roasted Lamb Leg
A whole lamb leg, slow-roasted until fork-tender with a crisp exterior. It's typically marinated with olive oi…
5 net7 total2 fibre90 protein75 fat1000 kcal
Samak Mashwi (Keto Modified)
Grilled Fish with Keto Sides
A simple preparation of fresh whole fish, often grilled or baked, seasoned with lemon, garlic, and herbs. Whil…
5 net8 total3 fibre70 protein30 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Nikhkh'a Mashwi
Roasted Bone Marrow
Beef or lamb bone marrow, roasted within the bone until it becomes a rich, unctuous, and spreadable delicacy. …
1 net1 total0 fibre12 protein95 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Gambari Mashwi / Maqli
Grilled / Fried Shrimp (Prawns)
Succulent shrimp (prawns) prepared either grilled with a simple marinade of lemon, garlic, olive oil, and herb…
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein30 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
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…
3 net5 total2 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Summan Mashwi
Grilled Quail
Whole quail, marinated in a blend of lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and various spices (such as paprika and t…
3 net3 total0 fibre45 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Tihal Maqliyeh
Fried Lamb Spleen
Pan-fried slices of lamb spleen, typically seasoned simply with garlic and lemon juice. A savory and authentic…
3 net3 total0 fibre30 protein35 fat447 kcal
KAsoon
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…
3 net4 total1 fibre80 protein65 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Dajaj Musahhab
Deboned Grilled Chicken (No Rice/Carb Sides)
Deboned whole chicken, marinated in a blend of traditional spices, lemon, and olive oil, then grilled or roast…
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein45 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Fawaregh (Meat-Stuffed Lamb Intestines)
Keto Meat-Stuffed Lamb Intestines
A uniquely authentic dish, where cleaned lamb intestines are carefully stuffed with a rich, spiced mixture of …
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Harees (Chicken and Cauliflower Puree)
Keto Chicken and Cauliflower Harees
A keto interpretation of the traditional creamy, slow-cooked Harees. Instead of cracked wheat, tender shredded…
4 net8 total4 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdeh Ghanam Maqliyeh
Fried Lamb Liver
Pan-fried tender lamb liver, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and spices. A common mezze or main dish, rich in fla…
4 net5 total1 fibre40 protein45 fat585 kcal
KAsoon
Lahmeh Mafrumeh bil Sanobar
Minced Meat with Pine Nuts
Seasoned minced lamb or beef, pan-fried with toasted pine nuts, typically with a hint of onion and aromatic sp…
4 net7 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
لسانات مقلية بالكسبرة والثوم (Lisanat Maqliyeh bil Kasbara wal Thawm)
Fried Lamb Tongues with Cilantro and Garlic
Tender lamb tongues, slow-cooked until exceptionally soft, then pan-fried with liberal amounts of olive oil, f…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Ras Asfour (Keto Modified)
Small Lamb Cubes with Lemon and Garlic
Bite-sized cubes of tender lamb (or beef) sautéed until perfectly cooked, then finished with fresh garlic, vib…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Shawarma Lahm (بدون خبز)
Lamb Shawarma Meat (No Bread, No Sauces)
Thinly sliced, marinated lamb or beef, slow-cooked to perfection on a vertical rotisserie, resulting in tender…
4 net5 total1 fibre60 protein50 fat700 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
Fawaregh bil Hamod w Thawm
Sautéed Lamb Intestines with Lemon & Garlic
A rich and traditional offal dish where tender lamb intestines (fawaregh) are boiled until soft, then quickly …
5 net6 total1 fibre20 protein40 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Manakish Zaatar (Almond/Coconut Flour Base)
Keto Zaatar Flatbread (Almond/Coconut Flour Base)
A keto version of the popular Middle Eastern flatbread, 'Manakish'. An almond or coconut flour-based dough is …
5 net12 total7 fibre15 protein32 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Kibbeh Nayyeh (Keto Modified - No Bulgur)
Raw Spiced Ground Lamb/Beef (Bulgur-Free)
A traditional Levantine dish made keto-friendly by preparing raw, finely ground lean lamb or beef mixed with a…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein38 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
كفتة كوسا باللحمة (Kofta Kousa bil Lahmeh)
Zucchini & Minced Meat Kofta
Minced lamb or beef mixed with grated and squeezed zucchini, finely chopped onions, garlic, fresh parsley, min…
5 net8 total3 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Rosto Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Keto Roasted Stuffed Chicken Roulade
Boneless chicken breast or thigh, pounded thin, rolled around a savory stuffing of seasoned minced lamb or bee…
5 net8 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal