لسان محمر
Fried Beef Tongue
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Egyptian dishes.
What it is
Beef tongue is first boiled until very tender, then peeled and sliced. The slices are then pan-fried in butter or oil until browned and slightly crispy. A rich, savory offal dish.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, butter or cooking oil, salt, pepper, bay leaves, cardamom, onion (for boiling).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no breading. Request no high-carb sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون تغطية دقيق (بقسماط). ولا تقدم أي أطباق جانبية غنية بالكربوهيدرات.
No breading, please. And no high-carb side dishes.
Watch out for
Hidden flour in seasoning, served with bread or rice.
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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