Mokh bi Toum
Sautéed Lamb Brains with Garlic and Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Algerian dishes.
What it is
Delicately sautéed lamb brains cooked with abundant garlic, fresh parsley, and a hint of lemon juice. This preparation results in a rich and savory dish, highlighting the natural flavors of the brains.
Key ingredients
Lamb brains, olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour is used for dredging or thickening the sauce. Request it served without bread or carb-heavy accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مخ بالثوم، من فضلكم تأكدوا من عدم استخدام طحين للتغليف أو تكثيف الصلصة. وبدون خبز أو أي إضافات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For the Mokh bi Toum, confirm no flour for dredging or thickening the sauce. Serve without bread or carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Flour dredging; serving with carb-heavy side dishes.
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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