عكاوي محمرة
Roasted Oxtail
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Egyptian dishes.
What it is
Oxtail pieces are slow-cooked until very tender, then often finished by roasting or pan-frying to create a crispy exterior. This preparation highlights the rich, gelatinous texture and deep flavor of oxtail.
Key ingredients
Oxtail, cooking oil/ghee, onions, garlic, spices (bay leaf, cardamom, allspice), salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour is used for crisping. Request no high-carb sides. If any sauce is added, confirm no added sugar.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هل يُستخدم دقيق للتحمير؟ ومن فضلك، بدون أطباق جانبية غنية بالكربوهيدرات. وإذا كان هناك صلصة، هل هي بدون سكر؟
Is there flour used for crisping? Please, no high-carb sides. If there's a sauce, confirm no added sugar.
Watch out for
Flour for crisping, high-carb sauces, served with bread/rice/potatoes.
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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