Lisan Ma' Lahm (Keto Modified)
Braised Beef Tongue with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: specify only keto-friendly vegetables. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender beef tongue, slow-braised to perfection in a savory, spiced broth, typically served with a selection of low-carb vegetables. A melt-in-your-mouth offal dish.
Key ingredients
Beef tongue, onions, garlic, celery, bell peppers, limited tomato, beef broth, olive oil, spices (bay leaf, allspice, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Specify only keto-friendly vegetables. Confirm no starch-based thickeners for the sauce. Ensure no potatoes or other root vegetables.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لسان مع لحم لو سمحت، فقط خضار صديقة للكيتو. بدون بطاطا أو خضار جذرية أخرى. وتأكدوا ما في مواد نشوية لتكثيف الصلصة.
For the Lisan Ma' Lahm, only keto-friendly vegetables please. No potatoes or other root vegetables. Confirm no starch-based thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Root vegetables, starch-based thickeners in the braising liquid, excessive tomatoes.
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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