سجق اسكندراني
Alexandrian Sausage
Yes, with a tweak: order 'sogo' bas' (just sausage) without bread. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Spicy Egyptian beef sausages, often pan-fried or sautéed with sliced bell peppers, onions, and sometimes a touch of tomato, seasoned with a distinct blend of spices.
Key ingredients
Egyptian beef sausages, green/red bell peppers, onion, garlic, optional tomato paste/crushed tomatoes, heavy cooking oil, salt, pepper, spices (e.g., cumin, chili powder).
How to make it keto
Crucially, order 'sogo' bas' (just sausage) without bread. Request minimal tomato paste if used, and limit the amount of bell peppers and onions if strictly counting carbohydrates.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سجق اسكندراني بس، بدون خبز لو سمحت. ومعجون طماطم قليل، وقلّل البصل والفلفل.
Just the سجق اسكندراني, please, no bread. Minimal tomato paste, and limited bell peppers and onions.
Watch out for
Almost always served in bread (fi'no or baladi). Tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions contribute carbohydrates. Some preparations might include a touch of sugar.
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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