كبدة مقلية (مش اسكندراني)
Pan-Fried Beef Liver with Garlic and Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Thin slices of beef liver quickly pan-fried with liberal amounts of garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, and often a splash of vinegar or lemon juice. This is a simple, rustic preparation distinct from the 'Alexandrian' style.
Key ingredients
Beef liver, garlic, cooking oil/ghee, salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, vinegar/lemon.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or rice is served as a side. Confirm no flour is used for dusting the liver before frying (uncommon for this style but worth checking).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كبدة مقلية لو سمحت، بدون عيش أو رز جانبي. وتأكدوا الكبدة ماعليهاش دقيق قبل القلي.
For the كبدة مقلية, please no bread or rice on the side. Confirm no flour is used for dusting the liver before frying.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with pita bread. Some unscrupulous establishments might use minimal flour for texture, so confirm no breading.
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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