غيمة
Braised Brain with Eggs & Tomato
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and unique Egyptian dish, featuring tender braised lamb or beef brain, often cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce with eggs and aromatic spices. This is a flavorful and naturally keto-friendly dish, typically served without any starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef brain, tomato sauce, eggs, spices
Optional tweaks
Confirm no added flour or starches for thickening. Request no added sugar in the tomato sauce. Ensure no starchy sides are served.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
ممكن تتأكد الغيمة بدون طحين أو نشا كمكثف؟ وبدون سكر مضاف في صلصة الطماطم. ولا تقدم أي أطباق جانبية نشوية.
For the Ghaima, please confirm no added flour or starch for thickening. No added sugar in the tomato sauce, and no starchy sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce, flour/starch as a thickener, excessive use of onions.
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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