Kibda w' Qalb Mashwi
Grilled Lamb/Beef Liver and Heart Skewers
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
Flavorful skewers of marinated lamb or beef liver and heart, expertly grilled to achieve tender interiors and a slightly charred exterior. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and sometimes sumac, served without bread.
Key ingredients
Lamb/beef liver, lamb/beef heart, olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, black pepper, optional: chopped onion, parsley for garnish.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or rice is served. Confirm marinade contains no sugar or high-carb ingredients. Ask for it to be served plain or with minimal non-starchy vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الكبدة والقلب المشوي، من فضلك بدون خبز أو أرز. تأكد أن التتبيلة خالية من السكر أو الكربوهيدرات العالية. قدمها سادة أو مع خضار قليلة غير نشوية.
For the Kibda w' Qalb Mashwi, please serve without bread or rice. Confirm marinade has no sugar or high-carb ingredients. Serve plain or with minimal non-starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Marinades with hidden sugars. Often served with bread or high-carb grilled vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, bell peppers) if not specified.
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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