سجق بلدي محمر
Pan-fried Local Sausage
Yes, with a tweak: request minimal or no tomato paste, as it can be sugary. About 6g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Authentic Egyptian local sausage (sogok), often pan-fried with onions, peppers, and mild spices. Unlike Alexandrian sausage, this is typically a simpler preparation focusing on the robust flavor of the meat.
Key ingredients
Local beef sausage, onions, peppers, spices
How to make it keto
Request minimal or no tomato paste, as it can be sugary. Ensure no potatoes or rice are added as fillers or sides. Confirm no added sugars in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سجق بلدي محمر، لو سمحت بصلصة طماطم قليلة جداً أو بدونها، وبدون سكر مضاف. ولا بطاطس أو أرز.
For the سجق بلدي محمر, please use minimal or no tomato paste. No potatoes, rice, or added sugars in the sauce.
Watch out for
Sausage fillers (check if homemade/high quality). Hidden sugars in any tomato-based sauce or added vegetables like potatoes/carrots. Onions and peppers contribute minor carbs.
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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