Tihall Mashwi
Grilled Lamb Spleen
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Iraqi dishes.
What it is
A delicacy in Iraqi cuisine, grilled lamb spleen is simply seasoned and cooked over an open flame or pan-fried until tender and slightly charred. It's a rich, iron-dense offal dish, naturally keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Lamb spleen, olive oil, salt, black pepper, Iraqi seven spice (optional).
Optional tweaks
Ensure no marinades contain sugar or unwanted carbs. Request plain grilling.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
التحال المشوي، لو سمحت يكون مشوي سادة. بدون تتبيلة سكرية أو أي كربوهيدرات غير مرغوبة.
For the Tihall Mashwi, please grill it plain. Ensure no sugary marinades or unwanted carbs are used.
Watch out for
None if prepared authentically; watch for sugary marinades in some restaurants.
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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