Sak Ghanam bil Bandora wal Thoom
Lamb Shank with Tomato and Garlic Sauce
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A succulent lamb shank, slow-cooked until incredibly tender and falling off the bone, served in a rich and aromatic sauce made from fresh tomatoes, generous amounts of garlic, and traditional Iraqi spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb shank, fresh ripe tomatoes, fresh garlic, yellow onion, olive oil, Iraqi mixed spices, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, a touch of tomato paste.
If you order it anyway
Crucially, specify no sugar added to the tomato sauce. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickening agent for the sauce. Request the dish to be served without any starchy accompaniments like rice, bread, or potatoes.
Watch out for
Tomatoes naturally contain sugars, and a large portion of sauce can accumulate carbs. Onions also contribute carbohydrates. Hidden sugars can be present in pre-made tomato pastes or sauces.
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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