Baydh bil Samn (بيض بالدهن الحر)
Fried Eggs Cooked in Ghee
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
A classic Iraqi breakfast or light meal consisting of eggs fried generously in authentic Iraqi ghee (clarified butter), seasoned with salt and pepper. This dish is inherently keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Eggs, Iraqi ghee (clarified butter), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no bread or other carb-based sides are served.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بيض بالدهن الحر، لو سمحت تأكد من عدم تقديم خبز أو أي إضافات نشوية.
For the Baydh bil Samn, please ensure no bread or other carb-based sides are served.
Watch out for
None, as long as it's purely eggs, ghee, salt, and pepper.
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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