Nargisya
Eggs with Spinach and Minced Meat
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
A flavorful Iraqi dish featuring eggs baked or scrambled with sautéed fresh spinach and spiced minced meat, often prepared with onions and garlic. Resembles a rustic frittata or baked eggs.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fresh spinach, minced lamb or beef, onion, garlic, olive oil or ghee, turmeric, cumin, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no potato or rice is added (which is not typical for Nargisya). Served plain, without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
نرجسية، من فضلكم بدون بطاطس أو أرز. وتقدموها سادة، بدون خبز.
For Nargisya, please no potato or rice. Serve it plain, without bread.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from spinach and onions. Sometimes served with bread.
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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