لحمة بالبصل
Beef with Onions Stew
No, skip this one: about 25g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Slow-cooked beef cubes in a rich, savory onion gravy, traditionally served with rice. The keto modification focuses on reducing the onion quantity and ensuring no added sugars, enjoying the tender beef and flavorful sauce.
Key ingredients
Beef, large quantity of onions, ghee/oil, garlic, bell peppers (optional), tomato paste (small amount), spices (cumin, coriander, black pepper), salt.
If you order it anyway
Request minimal onions and absolutely no added sugar or high-carb thickeners. Ask for extra ghee/butter. Do not consume with rice or bread.
If you order it anyway, say this (Arabic)
لحمة بالبصل لو سمحت، بصل قليل جداً ومن غير سكر أو مكثفات. وزودوا السمنة أو الزبدة. بدون رز أو خبز.
لحمة بالبصل, please use minimal onions, no added sugar or thickeners. Extra ghee or butter, please. No rice or bread.
Watch out for
Excessive onions can contribute significantly to total carbs. Hidden sugars in tomato paste or to enhance flavor. Often served with rice or bread.
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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