Jajeek
Cucumber and Yogurt Dip
Yes, keto as served. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A refreshing and cooling cold dip made with thick, strained full-fat yogurt (laban), finely diced cucumbers, crushed garlic, and dried mint. Often drizzled with olive oil.
Key ingredients
Strained full-fat yogurt (laban), cucumber, garlic, dried mint, salt, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure full-fat, unsweetened yogurt is used. Explicitly request no bread for dipping.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
جاجيك، لو سمحت. تأكد لي الزبادي كامل الدسم وبدون سكر. وبدي ياها بدون خبز للغمس.
Jajeek, please. Ensure it's made with full-fat, unsweetened yogurt. And no bread for dipping.
Watch out for
Use of low-fat yogurt (higher carb), hidden added sugar in yogurt (rare for savory dip), served with pita bread.
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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