Keto Arayes (Grilled Meat Patties)
Grilled Lamb & Beef Patties, Arayes-Style
Yes, with a tweak: omit the pita bread entirely. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
Spiced ground lamb and beef patties, grilled to perfection, reflecting the rich flavor profile of traditional Arayes but prepared without the pita bread. Often seasoned with onion, parsley, and Iraqi seven spice.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, ground beef, onion, fresh parsley, tomato paste (unsweetened), garlic, Iraqi seven spice blend, black pepper, salt, olive oil or ghee.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit the pita bread entirely. Confirm no sugar is added to the meat mixture or tomato paste. Request it served without any high-carb sides.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
عرايس كيتو، من فضلك بدون خبز البيتا تماماً. ولا سكر مضاف لخلطة اللحمة أو رب البندورة. وبدون أطباق جانبية عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For Keto Arayes, please omit the pita bread. No sugar in the meat mixture or tomato paste. No high-carb sides.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in pre-made spice blends or industrial tomato paste; commonly served with high-carb pita bread or rice.
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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