Iraqi Lamb and Vegetable Stew (No Bread/Rice)
Iraqi Lamb and Vegetable Stew
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no bread (tashreeb) or rice. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A hearty Iraqi stew featuring tender chunks of lamb slow-cooked with a selection of low-carb vegetables like zucchini, green beans (limited), and bell peppers in a savory tomato-based broth. This dish is usually served over bread (tashreeb) or with rice; for keto, these carb sides are omitted.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or shank, zucchini, green beans (limited), bell peppers, onions, garlic, tomato paste, olive oil, Iraqi seven-spice blend, turmeric, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no bread (tashreeb) or rice. Confirm vegetable selection leans towards low-carb options and quantity of higher-carb vegetables like carrots or potatoes is minimal to none. Watch for added sugars in tomato paste or sauces.
Watch out for
Higher carb vegetables like potatoes or carrots if included, added sugar in tomato paste, served with bread or rice by default.
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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