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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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
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
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
Arayes (Keto Modified)
Grilled Spiced Lamb/Beef Patties (Arayes Style, No Bread)
Traditionally, Arayes consists of a thin layer of spiced minced lamb or beef spread inside pita bread and then…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein50 fat650 kcal
Haneeth
Slow-Cooked Spiced Lamb/Goat
Traditionally, a whole lamb or goat (or a large cut like a shoulder or leg) is slow-cooked for many hours unti…
6 net8 total2 fibre95 protein85 fat1150 kcal
Jaj bil Forn
Baked Chicken with Herbs and Spices
Marinated chicken pieces (e.g., quarters or whole chicken) baked to tender perfection with a savory blend of l…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat700 kcal
Rosto Lahmeh
Roasted Beef Slices
A classic beef roast, often made with an eye of round or sirloin cut, slow-roasted until tender and served in …
6 net8 total2 fibre85 protein65 fat900 kcal
Lahm Marak
Lamb Stew (Broth-based)
Tender chunks of lamb slow-cooked until falling apart in a deeply savory, aromatic broth with minimal low-carb…
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein60 fat800 kcal
Lahm Mashwi / Shish Kebab
Grilled Lamb Skewers
Tender cubes of lamb meat, typically marinated with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and traditional spices, th…
7 net10 total3 fibre80 protein65 fat950 kcal
Kamouniyet Lahm
Cumin Spiced Meat Stew
A deeply flavored, rustic stew made with tender chunks of lamb or beef slow-cooked with generous amounts of gr…
8 net12 total4 fibre70 protein65 fat800 kcal
Keto Samak Sayadiyeh (Spiced Fish Fillet)
Spiced Fish Fillet (Sayadieh style, no rice)
Flaky white fish fillet (e.g., cod, snapper) pan-fried or baked with a unique and aromatic blend of caramelize…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein40 fat580 kcal
Kibdet Ghanam Maqliyeh
Sautéed Lamb Liver
Cubes of lamb liver, quickly sautéed with garlic, onions, bell peppers, and various spices, often finished wit…
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
Shish Tawook
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Marinated cubes of chicken breast, often with bell peppers and onions, grilled on skewers until tender and sli…
8 net12 total4 fibre90 protein50 fat800 kcal
Mfarraket Lahmeh
Shredded Spiced Lamb with Onions and Ghee
Finely shredded or minced lamb (sometimes beef or chicken) sautéed with generous amounts of onions, garlic, an…
9 net12 total3 fibre80 protein75 fat900 kcal
Shawarma Lahm/Dajaj
Beef/Chicken Shawarma Plate (meat only)
Thinly sliced, marinated beef or chicken, slow-roasted on a vertical spit, bursting with Middle Eastern spices…
9 net12 total3 fibre80 protein55 fat850 kcal
Dajaj bil Zeitoun wal Hamod
Chicken with Olives and Lemon
Succulent chicken pieces (often thighs and drumsticks) slow-cooked or braised in a savory sauce with green oli…
10 net15 total5 fibre65 protein65 fat780 kcal
Dawoud Basha
Meatballs in Savory Tomato Sauce
Flavorful meatballs made from ground lamb or beef, simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce with onions and spi…
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein60 fat720 kcal
Galayet Bandora bil Lahmeh
Lamb & Tomato Skillet with Keto Sides
A savory skillet dish featuring tender lamb pieces slow-cooked with fresh ripe tomatoes, garlic, and green chi…
10 net15 total5 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
Kofta bil Sayniyeh
Baked Kofta with Tomatoes
Seasoned ground lamb or beef kofta, typically formed into patties or a flat layer, baked in a tray with slices…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein65 fat780 kcal
Keto Shish Barak (Meatballs in Yogurt Sauce)
A traditional Jordanian dish reimagined for keto. Instead of dough-based dumplings, seasoned ground lamb or be…
11 net13 total2 fibre48 protein65 fat780 kcal
Siniyet Lahmeh Mafrumeh (Keto Modified)
Baked Ground Lamb/Beef with Keto Vegetables
A flavorful tray of seasoned ground lamb or beef, traditionally baked with potatoes and tomatoes, modified to …
11 net20 total9 fibre55 protein55 fat720 kcal
Keto Riz bil Dajaj (Cauliflower Rice)
Keto Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
A keto-friendly take on the classic rice and chicken dish, featuring roasted or stewed chicken (often dark mea…
11.5 net20 total8.5 fibre46 protein65.5 fat865 kcal
Ardisawki bil Lahmeh
Artichoke Hearts with Lamb Stew
A comforting Jordanian stew featuring tender lamb chunks braised with artichoke hearts, onions, garlic, and a …
12 net22 total10 fibre55 protein58 fat720 kcal
Batenjan Roulat
Grilled Eggplant Rolls Stuffed with Meat and Cheese
Grilled or baked eggplant slices rolled around a savory filling of seasoned ground meat (lamb or beef) and mel…
12 net18 total6 fibre50 protein50 fat680 kcal
Galayet Kousa bil Lahmeh
Zucchini and Lamb/Beef Stew
A simple and delicious stew featuring zucchini and tender cubes of lamb or beef cooked in a light tomato-based…
12 net18 total6 fibre70 protein55 fat750 kcal
Keto Kofta in Yogurt Sauce (Labaniyeh style)
Keto Meatballs in Savory Yogurt Sauce
Seasoned ground lamb or beef meatballs, prepared without bulgur or breadcrumbs, gently simmered in a warm, ric…
12 net15 total3 fibre48 protein50 fat680 kcal
Mousagga bil Lahmeh wal Bathenjan (Keto Modified)
Layered Ground Meat and Eggplant Casserole (no béchamel/potato)
A savory casserole with layers of seasoned ground meat (beef or lamb) and fried eggplant slices, baked in a ri…
12 net20 total8 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
Fukharat Lahm (Keto Modified)
Claypot Lamb Stew (Keto Version with Non-Starchy Vegetables)
A rich and tender lamb stew, slow-cooked in a traditional clay pot (fukhara) with aromatic spices, onions, and…
13 net18 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat750 kcal
Kofta bil Batenjan
Baked Kofta and Eggplant
Layered dish featuring seasoned ground lamb or beef patties (kofta) baked with slices of eggplant in a savory …
13 net22 total9 fibre50 protein50 fat700 kcal
Mansaf
Keto Lamb with Jameed Sauce and Cauliflower Rice
Jordan's national dish, traditionally lamb cooked in a fermented dried yogurt sauce (jameed) and served over r…
13 net15 total2 fibre80 protein75 fat950 kcal
Siniyet Lahmeh bil Khodar
Lamb/Beef Tray Bake with Vegetables
A savory tray bake featuring succulent pieces of lamb or beef cooked with a medley of low-carb vegetables such…
13 net20 total7 fibre80 protein65 fat850 kcal
Kousa bil Laban
Zucchini and Lamb in Yogurt Sauce
Tender pieces of lamb and zucchini simmered in a rich, tangy yogurt sauce, typically flavored with garlic and …
14 net18 total4 fibre50 protein55 fat680 kcal
Musakhan Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Roasted Chicken with Sumac Onions (No Bread)
A traditional dish featuring tender roasted chicken marinated and cooked with deeply caramelized onions, olive…
15 net20 total5 fibre50 protein55 fat700 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 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
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
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
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
KAsoon
Kalamari Maqli
Fried Calamari Rings
Fresh calamari rings, lightly coated with a keto-friendly breading (such as seasoned almond flour or coconut f…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein35 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Kibbeh Mashwiyeh
Keto Grilled Kibbeh (Meat & Nut Patties)
A delicious adaptation of traditional grilled kibbeh, featuring football-shaped patties made from seasoned min…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Qidreh (Lahmeh aw Dajaj)
Keto Lamb or Chicken Stew (Qidreh Style)
A deeply aromatic and slow-cooked stew of tender lamb or chicken, infused with a distinctive spice blend of al…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein58 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Kharouf Mashwi (بدون حشوة)
Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Keto Vegetables
Traditionally, 'Kharouf Mashwi' can refer to a whole lamb often served with rice and nuts. This keto-modified …
6 net10 total4 fibre75 protein65 fat900 kcal
KAsoon
Mahasheh Kirsha (Keto Modified)
Keto Stuffed Tripe with Spiced Meat Filling
A traditional, hearty dish of lamb tripe (kirsha) carefully cleaned and then stuffed with a flavorful mixture …
6 net10 total4 fibre60 protein58 fat790 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Kastaleta Dajaj bil Fotor
Pan-fried Chicken Cutlets with Mushrooms
Tender chicken breast cutlets, pan-fried to a golden crisp, then combined with sautéed fresh mushrooms, garlic…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein32 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Rosto Ghanam (كيتو)
Keto Lamb Roast with Garlic and Herbs
A succulent lamb roast seasoned with garlic and a blend of traditional herbs, slow-cooked to tender perfection…
6 net8 total2 fibre65 protein62 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Samak bil Hamod w Thawm
Fish with Lemon and Garlic
Whole fish or fillets (e.g., sea bream, snapper) baked or pan-fried with a flavorful sauce of fresh lemon juic…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
شوربة دجاج بالخضار (كيتو) (Shorbet Dajaj bil Khodar (Keto))
Keto Chicken and Vegetable Soup
A comforting and hearty soup featuring tender chicken pieces, a rich clear chicken broth, and a vibrant medley…
6 net10 total4 fibre35 protein20 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbet Khodar bil Lahmeh (Keto Modified - No Starchy Veg)
Clear Vegetable Soup with Lamb/Beef (Keto Modified)
A light and nourishing clear broth soup with tender pieces of lamb or beef and a selection of non-starchy vege…
6 net10 total4 fibre40 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Tawook Salad
Grilled Chicken Tawook Salad
A refreshing salad featuring succulent, marinated, and grilled chicken tawook pieces, typically served over a …
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Haneeth Dajaj (Keto Modified)
Slow-Cooked Chicken with Spices (Keto Modified)
A deeply flavorful slow-cooked chicken dish, marinated in a rich blend of traditional Arabian spices and cooke…
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein60 fat850 kcal
KAsoon
Kastaleta Ghanam Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Chops with Keto Sides
Succulent, marinated lamb chops grilled to perfection. Traditionally served with rice, it's modified to be ser…
7 net12 total5 fibre70 protein65 fat880 kcal