Hergma
Plain Tripe Stew (Keto)
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Algerian dishes.
What it is
A traditional and comforting Algerian stew featuring exceptionally tender, slow-cooked beef or lamb tripe. This keto version emphasizes the tripe in a simple, savory, and aromatic sauce, typically prepared with olive oil, garlic, and a blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and turmeric. It avoids the addition of olives, chickpeas, or other higher-carb vegetables often found in other variations, focusing on the rich flavor of the tripe.
Key ingredients
Beef/lamb tripe, olive oil, garlic, onions (minimal), cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, bay leaf, fresh cilantro/parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no chickpeas, white beans, olives (as in 'Hergma Bel Zitoun'), or other high-carb vegetables are included. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هيرڨمة من فضلك، تأكدوا أنها بدون حمص، فاصوليا بيضاء، زيتون، أو أي خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات. ولا طحين أو نشا كمكثف.
For the Hergma, please ensure no chickpeas, white beans, olives, or other high-carb vegetables. No flour or starch as thickener.
Watch out for
Traditional inclusion of chickpeas, white beans, or olives; potential for flour/starch as a thickener; hidden sugars in tomato paste (if used in some variations).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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