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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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
Salatet Khodar
Arabic Mixed Vegetable Salad
A simple, refreshing salad typically made with finely diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and sometimes lettuce or bell…
6 net12 total6 fibre4 protein35 fat350 kcal
Kofta Mishwiyeh
Grilled Ground Meat Skewers/Patties
Spiced ground lamb or beef, mixed with finely chopped onions and parsley, formed into skewers or patties and g…
8 net10 total2 fibre70 protein60 fat800 kcal
Khushkhash Kebab
Spicy Tomato Kofta with Bell Peppers
Succulent ground lamb or beef skewers (kofta) either grilled or baked, then served in a rich, spicy tomato sau…
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
Kousa Mahshi (Keto Modified)
Keto Stuffed Zucchini (Meat-Only or with Cauliflower Rice)
Zucchini hollowed out and traditionally stuffed with a mixture of seasoned minced meat and rice, then simmered…
10 net15 total5 fibre35 protein38 fat500 kcal
Molokhia bil Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Jute Mallow Stew with Chicken (no rice)
A vibrant green stew made from finely chopped jute mallow leaves, slow-cooked with chicken, garlic, and cilant…
11 net18 total7 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Qalayet Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Sautéed Chicken with Vegetables (No Starch)
Tender chicken pieces (breast or thigh) sautéed with onions, green bell peppers, and fresh tomatoes, seasoned …
11 net15 total4 fibre60 protein35 fat600 kcal
Ardisawki bil Laban
Artichoke with Lamb in Yogurt Sauce
Tender lamb chunks slow-cooked with artichoke hearts in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce, seasoned with garlic, dr…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Bathenjan bil Laban (Keto Modified)
Baked Eggplant with Savory Yogurt Sauce
Tender baked or roasted eggplant slices topped with a cool, tangy full-fat yogurt sauce, often infused with ga…
12 net19 total7 fibre22 protein42 fat520 kcal
Keto Malfouf Mahshi (Cauliflower Rice Stuffed Cabbage)
Keto Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Cauliflower Rice
Tender cabbage leaves traditionally stuffed with a savory mixture of minced beef and lamb, but here modified w…
12 net22 total10 fibre48 protein55 fat700 kcal
Fasolia Khadra bil Lahmeh
Lamb & Green Bean Stew (no rice)
A comforting stew made with tender lamb pieces, fresh green beans, and a rich tomato sauce, seasoned with garl…
13 net20 total7 fibre60 protein48 fat680 kcal
Samak bil Sayniyeh (Keto Modified)
Baked Fish and Vegetables in a Tray (No Potatoes)
Whole fish or fillets baked in a tray with an assortment of low-carb vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and…
13 net18 total5 fibre65 protein40 fat680 kcal
Shakshouka
Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce, no Bread
A classic Levantine and Middle Eastern breakfast or light meal dish featuring eggs poached directly in a simme…
13 net18 total5 fibre25 protein50 fat600 kcal
Zahra bel Tahiniyeh wal Lahmeh
Cauliflower with Tahini and Lamb/Beef
A flavorful baked dish featuring roasted or lightly fried cauliflower, combined with tender pieces of lamb or …
13 net20 total7 fibre70 protein65 fat850 kcal
Bamieh bil Lahmeh
Lamb & Okra Stew (no rice)
A hearty stew featuring lamb chunks and okra pods cooked in a tangy tomato sauce with garlic and fresh herbs. …
14 net22 total8 fibre58 protein40 fat620 kcal
Samak bil Banadoura
Fish in Tomato Sauce
Fresh fish fillet (often local varieties like sea bream or snapper) cooked in a rich, tangy tomato sauce with …
14 net18 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Makloubet Zahra
Keto Cauliflower 'Upside Down' with Lamb/Chicken
A keto-friendly adaptation of the classic 'Makloubeh', which means 'upside down'. This version layers fried ca…
15 net25 total10 fibre70 protein75 fat950 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
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
Ejjeh Khodar Mashakkaleh (بدون طحين)
Mixed Vegetable Fritters (Flourless)
Savory, pan-fried fritters made with finely chopped mixed low-carb vegetables (such as zucchini, eggplant, bel…
6 net10 total4 fibre25 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Ejjeh Fotor
Mushroom Omelette Fritters
Savory fritters made from eggs whisked with sautéed mushrooms, finely chopped onions, fresh parsley, and vario…
7 net10 total3 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Ejjeh Kousa bil Lahmeh
Zucchini and Meat Fritters
Savory fritters made from grated zucchini, minced lamb or beef, eggs, and fresh herbs like parsley and mint, p…
7 net10 total3 fibre35 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Ejjeh Sabanegh bil Jebneh (عجة سبانخ بالجبنة)
Spinach and Cheese Omelet/Fritters
A savory omelet or fritter-style dish combining finely chopped fresh spinach, eggs, and a generous amount of w…
7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein50 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Labneh bil Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Sautéed Chicken with Creamy Labneh Sauce (Keto)
Succulent chicken pieces (breast or thigh) sautéed to perfection with garlic and aromatic herbs, then finished…
7 net8 total1 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
قلاية لحمة بالفلفل الألوان (Qalayet Lahmeh bil Felfel Alwan)
Stir-fried Lamb/Beef with Mixed Bell Peppers
Tender cubes of lamb or beef, quickly stir-fried in olive oil with a vibrant mix of red, yellow, and green bel…
7 net12 total5 fibre45 protein45 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Aqras Bathenjan (Keto Modified)
Keto Eggplant and Meat Patties
A keto-friendly take on traditional eggplant patties. Grated or mashed roasted eggplant is mixed with seasoned…
8 net15 total7 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan bil Dajaj
Eggplant with Chicken Bake/Fry
A comforting dish featuring layers or pieces of tender chicken and sautéed or baked eggplant, often cooked in …
8 net14 total6 fibre55 protein58 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Ejjeh Kousa (Zucchini Fritters without Flour)
Keto Zucchini Fritters (Flourless)
Flavorful fritters made from grated zucchini, eggs, fresh herbs (like parsley and mint), and spices, pan-fried…
8 net12 total4 fibre20 protein48 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Maqlubet Zahr bil Lahmeh (Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Cauliflower and Lamb Maqloubeh
A keto-adapted version of the classic 'Maqloubeh' (upside-down dish), featuring layers of tender lamb, fried c…
8 net15 total7 fibre65 protein65 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
أرز باللحمة (Keto Riz bil Lahmeh - مع أرز الزهرة)
Cauliflower Rice with Spiced Lamb
A comforting and aromatic dish that skillfully replaces traditional rice with cauliflower rice. It's cooked wi…
8 net18 total10 fibre60 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Shorbet Fotor (Creamy Mushroom Soup)
Keto Creamy Mushroom Soup
A rich and savory mushroom soup, often found in restaurants. For a keto version, it's prepared with heavy crea…
8 net10 total2 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
KAsoon
Salatet Shawarma Dajaj/Lahm (Keto)
Keto Chicken/Beef Shawarma Salad
A generous portion of seasoned, thinly sliced chicken or beef shawarma meat, expertly grilled, served over a b…
8 net12 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Silq bil Lahmeh
Swiss Chard with Minced Meat
A flavorful and hearty dish featuring fresh Swiss chard, finely chopped and sautéed with seasoned minced lamb …
8 net14 total6 fibre40 protein40 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Bathenjan Mashwi ma' Lahmeh w Jibneh
Grilled Eggplant with Minced Lamb and Melted Cheese
Slices of grilled eggplant layered with richly seasoned minced lamb and topped with generous melted akkawi or …
9 net16 total7 fibre45 protein55 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Makloubeh bil Freekeh (Cauliflower Based)
Keto Upside-Down Cauliflower "Freekeh" with Chicken/Lamb
A keto-friendly interpretation of the smoky freekeh makloubeh. Instead of wheat freekeh, cauliflower rice is s…
9 net15 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tajeen al-Dajaj bil Zeitoun wal Khodar
Chicken Tagine with Olives and Keto Vegetables
Chicken pieces (typically thighs or drumsticks) slow-cooked in a traditional tagine pot with green olives, pre…
9 net15 total6 fibre48 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Samak bil Laban
Fish in Yogurt Sauce
A delicate fish dish where white fish fillets are gently cooked in a tangy, full-fat yogurt sauce, often flavo…
9 net10 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbet Laban bil Lahm (شوربة لبن باللحم)
Yogurt Soup with Lamb (Keto Modified)
A creamy, tangy soup made with fermented yogurt (laban), cooked with tender pieces of lamb and seasoned with g…
9 net10 total1 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Siniyet Dajaj bil Khodar (بدون بطاطا)
Chicken Tray Bake with Keto Vegetables
A flavorful and robust chicken tray bake, traditionally prepared with potatoes. This keto version substitutes …
9 net15 total6 fibre60 protein55 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Yakhnet Lahmeh bil Bathenjan (يخنة لحمة بالباذنجان)
Lamb and Eggplant Stew (Keto Modified)
A hearty and flavorful stew combining tender cubes of lamb with soft eggplant in a rich, lightly spiced tomato…
9 net15 total6 fibre45 protein45 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Ejjeh Bathenjan
Eggplant Fritters/Omelet (Keto Modified)
Savory fritters or a thick omelet made with grated or finely diced eggplant, eggs, fresh herbs like parsley an…
10 net18 total8 fibre25 protein48 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Fakharet Bathenjan wal Lahm
Clay Pot Eggplant and Lamb Stew
A rustic and hearty stew baked in a traditional clay pot. Chunks of tender eggplant and succulent lamb are slo…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Jaj bil Fotor wal Laban
Chicken with Mushrooms and Yogurt Sauce
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, tangy full-fat yogurt sauce with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and fr…
10 net12 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Fasolia Khadra bil Lahmeh
Green Bean and Meat Stew (No Rice)
A hearty and nutritious stew combining fresh green beans and tender chunks of lamb or beef, slow-cooked in a r…
10 net16 total6 fibre50 protein38 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Makloubet Bathenjan (Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Upside-Down Eggplant and Lamb with Cauliflower Rice
A ketogenic version of the classic 'upside-down' layered dish. It consists of layers of fried eggplant and ten…
10 net18 total8 fibre50 protein70 fat880 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Mansaf (Cauliflower Rice Base)
Keto Mansaf with Lamb and Jameed Sauce (Cauliflower Rice Base)
A ketogenic adaptation of Jordan's national dish. This version features tender, slow-cooked lamb in a rich, ta…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Mfarraket Batata bil Lahmeh (Kohlrabi & Lamb Scramble)
Keto Kohlrabi and Ground Lamb Scramble
A hearty and satisfying scramble where diced kohlrabi serves as a low-carb substitute for potatoes, mixed with…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Qatayef bil Lahmeh (Almond Flour Pancakes)
Meat-Stuffed Almond Flour Pancakes
A savory keto twist on the traditional Qatayef. Spiced minced lamb or beef filling, subtly seasoned with Middl…
10 net17 total7 fibre45 protein53 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Samak Tajin bil Khodar
Fish Tagine with Mixed Vegetables
Flaky white fish fillets (e.g., cod, snapper) baked in a traditional clay pot (tajine) with a colorful medley …
10 net18 total8 fibre58 protein40 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Zahra bil Jibneh wal Lahmeh
Cauliflower Bake with Minced Lamb and Cheese
A satisfying baked dish featuring tender cauliflower florets combined with richly seasoned minced lamb and top…
10 net18 total8 fibre48 protein62 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Malfoof bil Lahmeh (Keto Modified)
Stewed Cabbage with Ground Lamb (Keto Version)
A comforting and savory stew of finely shredded cabbage and seasoned ground lamb, slowly cooked until tender. …
10 net18 total8 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Makanek bil Bandora
Sausage Sauté with Tomatoes
A popular and flavorful mezze dish featuring Middle Eastern sausages (makanek, typically made from lamb or bee…
10 net15 total5 fibre45 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
صينية كفتة بالطحينية والفطر (Siniyet Kofta bil Tahiniyeh wal Fotor)
Baked Kofta Tray with Tahini and Mushrooms
Seasoned ground lamb or beef kofta patties baked in a tray, generously smothered in a creamy, tangy tahini sau…
10 net15 total5 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Yakhnet Lahmeh bil Fotor (Keto Modified - No Potatoes/Rice)
Lamb and Mushroom Stew (No Potatoes)
A comforting and savory stew made with tender chunks of lamb and hearty mushrooms, slow-cooked with onions, ga…
10 net12 total2 fibre55 protein85 fat1050 kcal
KAsoon
Bamia ma' Bayd
Okra with Eggs
A simple and nutritious home-style dish featuring tender okra pods sautéed with onions and garlic, then cooked…
11 net18 total7 fibre28 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan Mashwi bil Lahmeh
Grilled Eggplant with Spiced Minced Meat Topping
Tender grilled eggplant slices or halves, topped with a richly spiced and savory minced meat (lamb or beef) mi…
11 net18 total7 fibre40 protein48 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Dajaj bil Farak (Keto Modified)
Roasted Chicken with Spiced Cauliflower & Nut Crumble
A keto-friendly reinterpretation of Dajaj bil Farak. Tender chicken pieces are baked with a savory 'crumble' m…
11 net18 total7 fibre60 protein65 fat880 kcal
KAsoon
Kafta bil Bandora
Kofta in Tomato Sauce
Spiced ground meat patties (kofta) baked or simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce with onions and sometimes …
11 net15 total4 fibre55 protein70 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Kofta bil Batenjan bil Laban (Keto Modified)
Kofta Meatballs and Eggplant in Yogurt Sauce
Spiced kofta meatballs and tender pan-fried or baked eggplant slices cooked in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce, t…
11 net16 total5 fibre55 protein50 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Kofta bil Qarnabeet bil Tahiniyeh
Kofta with Cauliflower in Tahini Sauce
Ground lamb/beef kofta patties baked with tender cauliflower florets, smothered in a rich, tangy tahini sauce.…
11 net18 total7 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal