Lham Toum (Keto Modified)
Lamb and Garlic Stew (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no chickpeas, potatoes, or flour are used for thickening. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic garlic sauce, traditionally thickened but modified for keto. This savory stew emphasizes the deep flavor of garlic and tender lamb, served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or shank, generous amount of garlic, olive oil, butter, onion, bay leaf, saffron, black pepper, cinnamon stick (optional), water or lamb/chicken broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no chickpeas, potatoes, or flour are used for thickening. Request the sauce to be reduced naturally or thickened with xanthan gum. Serve with steamed broccoli, cauliflower rice, or a simple green salad instead of bread or couscous.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لـ Lham Toum، الرجاء استثناء الحمص والبطاطا والطحين. كثّف الصلصة طبيعياً أو بزنثان. وقدمه مع بروكلي مطهو بالبخار، أرز قرنبيط، أو سلطة خضراء بسيطة بدلاً من الخبز/الكسكس.
For the Lham Toum, please omit chickpeas, potatoes, and flour. Thicken sauce naturally or with xanthan gum. Serve with steamed broccoli, cauliflower rice, or a green salad, not bread/couscous.
Watch out for
Hidden flour or cornstarch in the sauce as a thickener. Potatoes or chickpeas if not explicitly omitted by the kitchen. Sugary additives in pre-made spice blends. Traditional serving with high-carb bread or couscous.
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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