Hergma Bel Zitoun
Calves' Feet Stew with Olives
Yes, with a tweak: request no chickpeas. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A gelatinous and deeply savory stew made from slow-cooked calves' feet, renowned for its rich texture. This version is prepared with green olives in a spiced tomato and garlic sauce, often with a hint of lemon, creating a robust and comforting dish. Traditionally served with chickpeas, which are omitted for a keto adaptation.
Key ingredients
Calves' feet, green olives, onions, garlic, tomato paste, olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, bay leaf, lemon juice, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Request no chickpeas. Ensure no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the sauce. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste or any pre-made sauce components.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون حمص. وتأكدوا من عدم استخدام طحين أو نشا لتكثيف الصلصة. وتأكدوا من عدم وجود سكر مضاف في معجون الطماطم أو مكونات الصلصة.
No chickpeas, please. Ensure no flour or starch thickeners in the sauce. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato paste or pre-made sauce components.
Watch out for
Traditional inclusion of chickpeas (must be explicitly omitted). Hidden sugar in tomato paste. Flour or starch used as a thickener in the sauce.
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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