Qatari keto guide
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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.
14 matching dishes
Bayd bil Zayt
Fried Eggs with Olive Oil
A simple yet satisfying Qatari breakfast or light meal, featuring eggs fried in a generous amount of olive oil…
2 net2 total0 fibre24 protein42 fat480 kcal
Ujja Qatariya
Qatari Herb Omelette
A thick, savory Qatari omelette or frittata made with whisked eggs, a generous amount of fresh chopped herbs l…
5 net8 total3 fibre30 protein45 fat550 kcal
Bayd w Tomaat
Eggs with Tomato and Herbs
A simple yet delicious and popular breakfast or light meal consisting of eggs gently cooked with diced fresh t…
6 net8 total2 fibre25 protein30 fat400 kcal
Qalyet Laham bil Bandora
Sautéed Lamb with Fresh Tomatoes and Spices
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender diced lamb, sautéed with fresh ripe tomatoes, onions, garlic, and…
8 net12 total4 fibre45 protein45 fat650 kcal
Yakhnet Sabanekh
Spinach Stew with Lamb or Beef
A comforting and hearty stew made with fresh spinach, tender chunks of lamb or beef, garlic, cilantro, and lem…
8 net15 total7 fibre50 protein60 fat750 kcal
Safadi (Keto-Friendly)
Lamb and Eggplant Stew
A traditional Qatari stew featuring tender chunks of lamb slow-cooked with generous portions of eggplant, toma…
9 net15 total6 fibre50 protein55 fat700 kcal
Kamalaj
Camel Meat Stew
A traditional and hearty Qatari stew featuring tender camel meat, slow-cooked with a rich blend of warming spi…
10 net17 total7 fibre60 protein60 fat800 kcal
KAsoon
Mfarrakat Fasoulia Khadra bil Laham Mafroom
Sautéed Green Beans with Minced Lamb
A hearty Qatari home-style dish of fresh green beans sautéed with seasoned minced lamb, garlic, onion, and tra…
6 net12 total6 fibre40 protein40 fat550 kcal
KAsoon
Dajaj bil Zafaraan
Qatari Saffron Chicken Stew
A luxurious chicken dish where chicken pieces are slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic sauce infused with saffron, …
7 net10 total3 fibre48 protein40 fat590 kcal
KAsoon
Hamsa Robyan bil Bayd
Shrimp and Egg Scramble
A quick and flavorful pan-fried dish featuring succulent shrimp scrambled with eggs, diced onions, bell pepper…
7 net10 total3 fibre55 protein48 fat680 kcal
KAsoon
Salatat Rubyan
Spiced Shrimp Salad
A refreshing salad featuring succulent, spiced shrimp (boiled or grilled) tossed with crisp mixed greens, cucu…
7 net12 total5 fibre35 protein38 fat480 kcal
KAsoon
Hamsa Robyan bil Basal wal Tomaat
Shrimp Sauté with Onions and Tomatoes
A quick and flavorful dish of fresh shrimp sautéed with caramelized onions, ripe tomatoes, and a blend of arom…
9 net14 total5 fibre45 protein48 fat650 kcal
KAsoon
Qatari Samak Curry
Qatari Fish Curry
A rich and aromatic fish curry, highlighting the Gulf region's influence. Chunks of firm white fish are simmer…
10 net14 total4 fibre50 protein43 fat610 kcal
KAsoon
Shish Halloumi wal Khudar
Grilled Halloumi and Vegetable Skewers
Skewers loaded with savory, salty grilled Halloumi cheese alternating with a colorful array of fresh, tender-c…
10 net15 total5 fibre35 protein45 fat600 kcal