Mokh Bil Baydh
Sautéed Lamb Brain with Scrambled Eggs
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
A distinct and highly prized Iraqi delicacy, featuring tender lamb brain meticulously sautéed with onions and garlic, then combined with scrambled eggs to create a rich, savory, and uniquely textured dish. Best enjoyed on its own.
Key ingredients
Lamb brain, eggs, onion, garlic, ghee/butter, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley for garnish.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or rice is served as an accompaniment. Confirm no added sugars in any seasoning or preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
المخ بالبيض، من فضلك بدون خبز أو أرز. وتأكد أنه بدون أي سكر مضاف في البهارات أو التحضير.
For the Mokh Bil Baydh, please ensure no bread or rice is served. Confirm no added sugars in seasoning or preparation.
Watch out for
This dish is often served with large amounts of bread, especially flatbread. Potential for hidden sugars in spices if not a pure blend.
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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