مديدة لحمة (كيتو)
Madida (Keto-style Meat & Fat Stew)
Yes, with a tweak: strictly ensure no flour or any other starch is used for thickening. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Egyptian dishes.
What it is
A very traditional, rich, and hearty Bedouin or Upper Egyptian stew, typically made with meat (often camel or lamb), ample fat, and local spices. The keto version omits any traditional flour or starch thickeners, relying on the natural richness of the meat and fat.
Key ingredients
Camel or lamb meat, animal fat, local spices
How to make it keto
Strictly ensure no flour or any other starch is used for thickening. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are added. The dish's authenticity is in its richness, which is keto-compatible without modifications to its core.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة للمديدة لحمة، لو سمحت تأكد إنها بدون طحين أو نشا للتكثيف، وبدون إضافة خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For the مديدة لحمة, please make sure there's no flour or starch for thickening, and no high-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often use flour for thickening. Potential for hidden sugars in spice blends or accidental high-carb vegetable additions.
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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