Lahm Bil Dehen
Lamb/Beef Slow-Cooked in Fat
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
Tender chunks of lamb or beef, typically from the shoulder or shank, slow-cooked in its own rendered fat and additional ghee or butter, infused with deep Iraqi spices until it's melt-in-your-mouth soft. A hearty and very rich dish, naturally served without starchy sides.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks (e.g., shoulder, shank), rendered lamb/beef fat/ghee/butter, onion, garlic, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, black pepper, salt, Iraqi 7-spice blend.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no hidden sugars, thickeners, or high-carb vegetables like potatoes are used in the preparation. Request no accompanying rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
اللحم بالدهن، من فضلك تأكد أنه بدون سكر، أو أي مواد مكثفة، أو خضار عالية الكربوهيدرات مثل البطاطا. وبدون أرز أو خبز.
For the Lahm Bil Dehen, please ensure no hidden sugars, thickeners, or high-carb vegetables like potatoes. No rice or bread, please.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in spice blends or potential sauces. Risk of being served with high-carb sides if not explicitly omitted.
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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