Tepsi Kusa Bil Laham
Baked Zucchini and Ground Meat Casserole
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes are included. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Iraqi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A comforting baked dish featuring layers of sliced zucchini and spiced ground lamb or beef, often with a simple tomato-based sauce, baked until tender and bubbly in a tray. A hearty and flavorful casserole.
Key ingredients
Zucchini (sliced), ground lamb or beef, onions, garlic, tomato paste or crushed tomatoes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, Iraqi mixed spices.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes are included. Confirm tomato sauce/paste does not contain added sugar. Request a generous amount of oil/fat for cooking.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
تبسي كوسا باللحم، لو سمحت بدون بطاطا. صلصة البندورة بدون سكر مضاف، واستخدم كمية دهن/زيت سخية للطبخ.
For the Tepsi Kusa Bil Laham, please ensure no potatoes. Tomato sauce without added sugar, and use a generous amount of fat for cooking.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce, inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes, bread served as a side.
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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