Qatari keto guide
Hostile
250 dishes133 keto as served98 with a photo
Keto friendliness
Adapting Qatari cuisine to a keto diet requires significant deconstruction of traditional dishes and strict avoidance of staple carbohydrates.
Top ingredients
Grilled lamb, chicken, and various seafood like hamour, along with olive oil and a wide array of aromatic spices, are excellent keto options.
Danger zones
Major carb traps include the ubiquitous rice in dishes like Machboos, wheat in Harees, bread in Thareed, and all traditional sweets and sweetened Karak tea.
Best for
This cuisine is best for experienced keto dieters comfortable with ordering highly customized meals and focusing on plain grilled proteins.
67 matching dishes · page 1 of 2
Shahanat Mashwi
Grilled Dried Salted Fish
A traditional Qatari dish featuring 'Shahanat'—dried and salted fish, typically prepared by grilling until ten…
1 net2 total1 fibre70 protein38 fat650 kcal
Farooj Mashwi
Grilled Spatchcock Chicken with Spices
A whole chicken, butterflied (spatchcocked) and marinated in a vibrant blend of Qatari spices and citrus, then…
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein55 fat800 kcal
Samak Hamour Maqli (Keto)
Pan-Fried Hamour Fish with Qatari Spices
Hamour (grouper) is a prized fish in Qatar. This dish features a fresh Hamour fillet seasoned with traditional…
4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein70 fat800 kcal
Samak Mashwi
Grilled Fish
A whole fresh fish (commonly local varieties like Hamour or Safi) seasoned with Gulf spices and herbs, then gr…
4 net5 total1 fibre75 protein35 fat650 kcal
Robyan Maqli (Keto)
Crispy Fried Shrimp with Qatari Spices
Succulent shrimp seasoned with a flavorful Qatari spice blend, pan-fried or lightly deep-fried until golden an…
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein60 fat700 kcal
Robyan Mashwi
Grilled Spiced Shrimp
Succulent large shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, and aromatic Middle Eastern spices, then g…
5 net6 total1 fibre45 protein32 fat480 kcal
Laham Nashif (Keto-Friendly)
Qatari Spiced Dry-Fried Lamb/Beef
A traditional Qatari dish of thinly sliced or small chunks of lamb or beef, dry-fried or sautéed with onions a…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein60 fat780 kcal
Shorbat Fawaregh
Tripe Soup
A traditional and robust soup made from slow-cooked beef tripe, simmered until very tender in a tangy tomato-b…
6 net10 total4 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
Summan Mashwi
Qatari Spiced Grilled Quail
A succulent Qatari specialty, Summan Mashwi features whole quail, meticulously marinated in a vibrant blend of…
6 net8 total2 fibre45 protein35 fat550 kcal
Kilawi bil Baharat
Qatari Spiced Lamb Kidneys
A flavorful and robust Qatari offal dish featuring tender lamb kidneys, pan-fried or sautéed with finely chopp…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein40 fat600 kcal
Lisan bil Baharat
Qatari Spiced Beef Tongue
A traditional Qatari dish that transforms beef (or lamb) tongue into a tender and flavorful delicacy. The tong…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein65 fat800 kcal
Samak Mashwi Mahshi bil Khudar
Grilled Whole Fish Stuffed with Herbs and Vegetables
A whole fish (such as Hamour, Sheri, or Seabream), marinated and grilled to perfection, generously stuffed wit…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein45 fat700 kcal
Kibdat Dajaj bil Laymoun wal Thawm
Pan-Fried Chicken Liver with Lemon and Garlic
Tender chicken liver quickly pan-fried with fragrant garlic, fresh cilantro, and a vibrant squeeze of lemon ju…
8 net10 total2 fibre55 protein50 fat680 kcal
Sahne Bahr Mashwi bil Baharat al Qatariya
Qatari Spiced Grilled Seafood Platter
A magnificent platter showcasing the abundant seafood of the Arabian Gulf. It typically includes an assortment…
9 net12 total3 fibre90 protein50 fat800 kcal
Foga'a bil Laham
Qatari Mushrooms with Lamb/Beef
A flavorful Qatari dish featuring local desert truffles (foga'a) when in season, or readily available cultivat…
10 net15 total5 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Zubaydi Mashwi
Grilled Pomfret Fish
Whole Pomfret fish, a highly prized and fatty white fish in the Gulf, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and s…
1 net2 total1 fibre75 protein45 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Laham Nashif Jamal
Spiced Dried Camel Meat (Keto-Friendly)
A traditional Qatari specialty featuring lean camel meat, marinated in a blend of local spices and then slow-d…
2 net4 total2 fibre65 protein25 fat500 kcal
KAsoon
Salqat Laham
Lightly Spiced Lamb Broth with Meat
A very simple, nourishing Qatari dish consisting of tender lamb (often on the bone) slow-cooked in a clear, li…
2 net3 total1 fibre40 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Samak Mudakhan (Keto-Modified)
Qatari Smoked Fish with Lemon and Herbs
Fresh local fish, such as Hamour or Safi, traditionally slow-smoked over aromatic wood chips to impart a rich,…
2 net3 total1 fibre62 protein25 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Hamam Mashwi
Grilled Pigeon
Whole pigeon marinated in a flavorful blend of Qatari spices and herbs, then grilled until the skin is crisp a…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein45 fat670 kcal
KAsoon
Jabuti Mashwi
Grilled Turtle Meat
A distinctive and historically significant Qatari delicacy, featuring tender turtle meat marinated in traditio…
3 net4 total1 fibre68 protein28 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Samak Naghr Maqli bil Baharat
Fried Naghr Fish with Qatari Spices
Whole Naghr fish (spangled emperor), marinated in traditional Qatari spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, a…
3 net4 total1 fibre50 protein50 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Samak Safi Mashwi
Grilled Safi Fish
Whole Safi fish (rabbitfish), prized for its delicate texture and flavor, grilled to perfection after being ma…
3 net4 total1 fibre60 protein35 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Habaar Mashwi
Grilled Squid
Tender grilled squid seasoned with Gulf spices, lemon, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil. Served without any …
4 net5 total1 fibre45 protein28 fat450 kcal
KAsoon
Mashwi Qalb Ghanam
Grilled Spiced Lamb Heart
Tender lamb heart pieces marinated in a robust mix of Qatari spices, often including black pepper, cumin, and …
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Mokh bil Bayd
Lamb Brains with Eggs
A traditional, hearty dish of scrambled lamb brains cooked with eggs, often seasoned with garlic, cilantro, an…
4 net6 total2 fibre45 protein65 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Salqat Jamal
Boiled Spiced Camel Meat
Tender camel meat slow-boiled with aromatic whole spices such as cardamom, bay leaves, and black pepper until …
4 net5 total1 fibre70 protein50 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Samak bil Loomi wal Baharat
Baked Fish with Dried Lime and Spices
A whole fish (e.g., Hamour or Kingfish) is generously seasoned with a fragrant rub of traditional Qatari spice…
4 net7 total3 fibre68 protein38 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Samak Bil Zayt w Laymoun
Baked or Pan-Fried Fish with Oil and Lemon
A simple and elegant preparation of fresh fish (such as Hamour or Safi) baked or pan-fried with generous amoun…
4 net5 total1 fibre50 protein40 fat600 kcal
KAsoon
Shish Kibdat Dajaj
Grilled Spiced Chicken Liver Skewers
Tender chicken liver pieces marinated in Qatari spices, garlic, and lemon juice, skewered and grilled until pe…
4 net6 total2 fibre50 protein40 fat580 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbat Rubyan
Qatari Shrimp Broth
A light yet flavorful Qatari broth made with fresh shrimp, often seasoned with aromatic ingredients like garli…
4 net6 total2 fibre30 protein12 fat250 kcal
KAsoon
Summan Muhamma'r bil Baharat al Qatariya
Qatari Roasted Quail with Spices
Whole quails (1-2 per serving) seasoned generously with a distinctive Qatari spice rub, then roasted or pan-fr…
4 net5 total1 fibre55 protein45 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Zubaydi bil Saman
Pan-fried Pomfret with Ghee
A revered Qatari dish featuring Zubaydi (Silver Pomfret), prized for its delicate flavor. The fish is seasoned…
4 net5 total1 fibre65 protein58 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Kabab Mishkak
Spiced Skewered Beef/Lamb
Tender cubes of beef or lamb marinated in traditional Qatari spices like turmeric, cumin, chili, and dried lim…
5 net7 total2 fibre58 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Kabab Naqou (Keto-Friendly Qatari Pan-Fried Meatballs)
Qatari Pan-Fried Meatballs (Keto-Friendly)
Small, flavorful Qatari meatballs made from finely minced lamb or beef, seasoned with local spices, pan-fried …
5 net8 total3 fibre48 protein48 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdat Ghanam bil Thawm wal Loomi
Qatari Lamb Liver with Garlic and Dried Lime
Tender pieces of lamb liver (approximately 200-250g) sautéed with ample garlic, fresh cilantro, and a prominen…
5 net7 total2 fibre40 protein37 fat520 kcal
KAsoon
Kofta Dajaj Mashwi
Grilled Chicken Kofta
Flavorful ground chicken, seasoned with aromatic Qatari spices, shaped into kofta and grilled to juicy perfect…
5 net8 total3 fibre62 protein48 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Samak bil Warag
Foil-Baked Spiced Fish
A whole fish (often Hamour or another local white fish) or large fillets, marinated in a blend of Qatari spice…
5 net8 total3 fibre50 protein32 fat530 kcal
KAsoon
Shish Jamal Mashwi
Grilled Spiced Camel Meat Skewers
Tender cubes of lean camel meat, a unique regional delicacy, marinated in traditional Qatari spices (such as b…
5 net7 total2 fibre65 protein38 fat620 kcal
KAsoon
Hamsa Lisan
Sautéed Lamb or Beef Tongue
Tender pieces of pre-cooked lamb or beef tongue, sautéed with onions, garlic, and a blend of savory spices unt…
6 net8 total2 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Muqalqal Laham
Qatari Spiced Lamb Sauté
A quick and flavorful Qatari dish where small pieces of lamb are sautéed or stir-fried with onions, bell peppe…
6 net10 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat610 kcal
KAsoon
Qatari Samak Kofta Mashwiya
Qatari Grilled Fish Kofta
Delicately minced white fish (such as Hamour or Kingfish) mixed with fresh herbs, finely chopped onions, and a…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein45 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Qelyet Laham
Fried Spiced Lamb Cubes (without tomato)
Tender lamb or beef cubes pan-fried with onions, garlic, and traditional Qatari spices like black pepper, cumi…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein55 fat750 kcal
KAsoon
Samak Maqli bil Thawm wal Kousbara
Pan-fried Fish with Garlic and Coriander
Fresh fish (such as Hamour or Safi) pan-fried to a golden crisp, seasoned prominently with fresh garlic and co…
6 net8 total2 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Tika Laham
Grilled Lamb or Beef Skewers
Tender cubes of marinated lamb or beef, grilled to perfection. Typically seasoned with a blend of regional spi…
6 net8 total2 fibre55 protein60 fat780 kcal
KAsoon
Bayd bil Qelyeh
Eggs with Cubed Fried Lamb
A rich and satisfying breakfast or dinner dish featuring scrambled or fried eggs cooked with tender, spiced cu…
7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Dajaj Mfarrak
Shredded Spiced Chicken with Onions and Peppers
Succulent chicken breast or thigh meat shredded and sautéed with onions, bell peppers, garlic, and a blend of …
7 net10 total3 fibre70 protein35 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Dajaj Nashif bil Baharat
Dry-Fried Spiced Chicken
Chicken pieces (often boneless thighs or breast) marinated in a rich, aromatic blend of Qatari spices, then pa…
7 net10 total3 fibre68 protein42 fat670 kcal
KAsoon
Jarjir bil Laham (Keto-Friendly Rocket and Lamb Stew)
Rocket and Lamb Stew (Keto-Friendly)
A hearty Qatari stew featuring tender lamb pieces slow-cooked with fresh rocket (arugula) leaves, garlic, and …
7 net12 total5 fibre50 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdah Iskandarani
Alexandrian-Style Beef Liver Sauté
A popular dish of thinly sliced beef liver stir-fried with bell peppers, chili, and a blend of spices, often w…
7 net10 total3 fibre45 protein50 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdah wa Kilawi Bil Baharat
Spiced Pan-Fried Lamb Liver and Kidney Mix
A hearty and flavorful mix of fresh lamb liver and kidney, pan-fried with sautéed onions, garlic, and a rich b…
7 net9 total2 fibre60 protein48 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Qalyet Moza Ghanam bil Baharat
Pan-Fried Spiced Lamb Shank Meat
Tender lamb shank meat, carefully deboned and cut into substantial bite-sized pieces, then pan-fried with a ri…
7 net10 total3 fibre68 protein65 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Qatari Masgouf
Qatari Grilled Fish
A whole butterflied fish (such as Hamour or local river fish) seasoned with regional spices, a light tomato an…
7 net10 total3 fibre60 protein50 fat700 kcal
KAsoon
Robyan Tandoor bil Baharat al Qatariya
Qatari Tandoor-Style Prawns with Spices
Large prawns (6-8 pieces) marinated in a distinct Qatari spice blend (including saffron, cardamom, dried lime,…
7 net8 total1 fibre45 protein30 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Sheilat Jamal
Slow-Cooked Spiced Camel Meat
A deeply traditional Qatari delicacy, Sheilat Jamal features tender camel meat, slow-cooked to perfection with…
7 net10 total3 fibre65 protein75 fat950 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbat Hawajis
Qatari Mixed Offal Soup (Keto)
A deeply traditional and nourishing Qatari soup made with a selection of lamb offal (liver, heart, kidneys, so…
7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein35 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Shorbat Ra's Hamour
Qatari Hamour Fish Head Soup
A rustic and flavorful Qatari soup made from the head of the local Hamour fish, simmered with aromatic spices,…
7 net9 total2 fibre40 protein20 fat350 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdah Bil Bayd
Liver and Egg Scramble
A popular Qatari breakfast or light meal, this dish combines tender pieces of sautéed lamb or chicken liver wi…
8 net10 total2 fibre45 protein55 fat720 kcal
KAsoon
Kibdat Jamal bil Basal wal Baharat
Camel Liver with Onions and Spices
Fresh camel liver, pan-fried quickly with caramelized onions and a robust blend of traditional Qatari spices. …
8 net12 total4 fibre60 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Laham bil Loomi Nashif
Qatari Lamb with Dried Limes
A traditional Qatari lamb stew characterized by the distinctive tangy and earthy flavor of dried limes (loomi)…
8 net12 total4 fibre65 protein50 fat720 kcal