Arni Lemonato
Lamb with Lemon & Herb Sauce (No Carb Sides)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'no potatoes' or 'no rice'. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Succulent pieces of lamb, often stewed or slow-roasted, in a bright and tangy lemon-infused sauce with fresh herbs like oregano and dill. This dish is rich in flavor and is served without the typical potatoes or rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (shoulder or leg), olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, dill, salt, pepper, chicken or vegetable broth.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'no potatoes' or 'no rice'. Ensure the sauce is thickened without flour/starch (which is common in restaurant lemonato sauces). Request extra olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Arni Lemonato, παρακαλώ. Χωρίς πατάτες ή ρύζι. Η σάλτσα είναι χωρίς αλεύρι ή άμυλο; Επιπλέον ελαιόλαδο.
Arni Lemonato, please. No potatoes or rice. Is the sauce thickened without flour or starch? Extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Potatoes or rice are very common accompaniments. Restaurant sauces may use flour or cornstarch as thickeners. Sometimes a touch of honey or sugar is added to balance lemon in some places.
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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