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.
25 matching dishes
Fattoush
Keto Garden Salad with Omitted Bread
A fresh and vibrant mixed green salad with a tart dressing, typically including crisp lettuce, tomatoes, cucum…
6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein38 fat400 kcal
Khubeizeh (Malva Parviflora)
Wild Mallow with Olive Oil and Lemon
A traditional vegan side dish made from wild mallow leaves (similar to spinach), sautéed with generous olive o…
6 net12 total6 fibre10 protein35 fat380 kcal
Qalayet Baqleh
Purslane Sauté with Garlic and Tomato
A vibrant and tangy side dish featuring fresh purslane leaves sautéed in olive oil with garlic, onions, and so…
6 net12 total6 fibre8 protein30 fat340 kcal
Bamia bil Zeit
Okra in Olive Oil
Okra pods slowly cooked in olive oil with tomatoes, garlic, onion, and cilantro. A savory and tangy vegetarian…
9 net18 total9 fibre6 protein30 fat350 kcal
Loubieh bil Zeit
Green Beans Stewed in Olive Oil (Keto Side)
A simple and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring fresh green beans simmered in olive oil with tomatoes, onions…
9 net15 total6 fibre5 protein30 fat350 kcal
Bathenjan Mashwi
Grilled Eggplant
Thick slices of fresh eggplant, grilled until tender and smoky, often seasoned simply with olive oil, garlic, …
10.5 net20 total9.5 fibre3 protein27.5 fat325 kcal
Qarnabeet Mashwi
Grilled Cauliflower
Florets of cauliflower grilled or roasted until caramelized and tender, seasoned with olive oil and spices. A …
10.5 net21 total10.5 fibre8 protein28 fat345 kcal
Arnabit bil Laban (Keto Modified)
Cauliflower in Savory Yogurt Sauce
Steamed or lightly baked cauliflower florets served in a creamy, tangy, and warm full-fat yogurt sauce, typica…
11 net18 total7 fibre12 protein35 fat400 kcal
Arnabit bil Tahini
Cauliflower with Tahini Sauce
Steamed or lightly roasted cauliflower florets generously drizzled with a rich and creamy tahini-lemon-garlic …
11 net18 total7 fibre10 protein32 fat380 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
Kousa bil Tahini (Roasted)
Roasted Zucchini with Tahini Sauce
A flavorful vegetable side dish featuring slices of zucchini roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, th…
6 net10 total4 fibre8 protein28 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Tabbouleh (Cauliflower Rice/Parsley Salad)
A fresh and vibrant salad, traditionally made with bulgur. For the keto version, the bulgur is completely repl…
7 net12 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan bil Fotor (Keto Modified - No Rice)
Eggplant with Mushrooms in Tomato Sauce (Keto Modified)
A delicious vegetarian side dish featuring tender eggplant cubes and earthy mushrooms cooked in a light tomato…
8 net15 total7 fibre8 protein28 fat320 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan bil Tahini
Baked Eggplant with Tahini Sauce (No Bread)
Baked or roasted eggplant halves, topped with a creamy, zesty tahini sauce (tahini, lemon, garlic) and often g…
8 net15 total7 fibre12 protein42 fat490 kcal
KAsoon
باذنجان بالطحينة والجوز (Bathenjan bil Tahini wal Joz)
Roasted Eggplant with Tahini and Walnuts Dip
A smoky, creamy mezze dip made from roasted eggplant, rich tahini, fresh lemon juice, and garlic, elevated wit…
8 net18 total10 fibre10 protein45 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Batata Harra (Spicy Kohlrabi Cubes)
Keto Spicy Kohlrabi Cubes
A keto adaptation of the popular Lebanese/Jordanian spicy potato dish. Instead of potatoes, cubes of kohlrabi …
8 net12 total4 fibre4 protein25 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Loubieh Khadra bil Zeit
Green Beans in Olive Oil (Vegetarian)
A light and flavorful vegetarian dish of fresh green beans simmered or sautéed in abundant olive oil with garl…
8 net13 total5 fibre5 protein35 fat380 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Felfel
Sautéed Peppers
A simple and vibrant vegetarian side dish featuring bell peppers (often a mix of colors) sautéed with onions a…
10 net15 total5 fibre5 protein25 fat300 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Felfel w Banadoura
Pepper and Tomato Sauté
A vibrant and simple vegetarian mezze or side dish, consisting of fresh bell peppers and ripe tomatoes sautéed…
12 net20 total8 fibre6 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Bathenjan Maqli ma' Laban
Fried Eggplant with Garlic Yogurt (Cold Mezze)
A popular cold mezze dish featuring slices of tender fried eggplant, cooled and generously topped with a cream…
13 net22 total9 fibre12 protein35 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Galayet Bandora
Vegetarian Tomato Skillet
A classic, simple Jordanian skillet dish. Fresh tomatoes are stewed with onions, garlic, and sometimes green b…
13 net18 total5 fibre8 protein40 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Lafit Mashwi bil Baharat
Roasted Turnips with Spices
Fresh turnips (Lafit) cut into chunks, tossed with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and a mix of warming spices …
13 net18 total5 fibre3 protein20 fat280 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbet Jazar bil Laban (Keto Modified)
Creamy Carrot and Yogurt Soup
A warm and comforting, creamy soup made with puréed carrots and rich, full-fat plain yogurt, lightly seasoned …
13 net18 total5 fibre18 protein25 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Qalayet Khodar bil Laban
Mixed Vegetable Skillet in Yogurt Sauce
A creamy and tangy skillet dish featuring a medley of sautéed low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, cauliflowe…
14 net22 total8 fibre20 protein45 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Keto Warak Enab bil Zeit (Cauliflower Rice)
Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves with Cauliflower Rice (Keto Version)
Delicate vine leaves meticulously hand-rolled and filled with a fragrant, zesty mixture of cauliflower rice, f…
15 net25 total10 fibre10 protein40 fat480 kcal