Barg Ghanam Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Fillet Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
Premium cuts of tender lamb fillet, typically marinated in onion juice, olive oil, and spices, then skewered and grilled to perfection over charcoal. A lean yet flavorful grilled meat option.
Key ingredients
Lamb fillet, onion juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, sumac (for serving).
Optional tweaks
Naturally keto; ensure no high-carb marinade ingredients (unlikely for Barg). Request without rice or bread sides.
Watch out for
Sweetened marinades (rare in authentic Iraqi Barg), served with carb-heavy sides like rice or flatbread.
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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