Kusa bil Laham (Dry Sauté)
Zucchini and Ground Meat Sauté
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
A quick and flavorful sauté of fresh zucchini cubes with seasoned ground lamb or beef, cooked with onions, garlic, and a medley of Iraqi spices until the zucchini is tender and the meat is browned. This is a dry sauté, not a stew, focusing on the natural flavors.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, ground lamb/beef, onions, garlic, olive oil, turmeric, seven-spice blend, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice or potatoes are added. Confirm it's a 'dry' sauté and not prepared in a heavy, sugary tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Small amounts of higher-carb vegetables if added (e.g., carrots), potential for sugary sauces if not explicitly requested otherwise.
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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