צלי כתף טלה / שוק טלה צלוי
Roasted Lamb Shoulder / Leg (without carb sides)
Yes, with a tweak: must be served without any traditional carb sides such as rice, potatoes, couscous, or bread. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Israeli dishes.
What it is
A generous portion of slow-roasted lamb shoulder or leg, seasoned simply with herbs, garlic, and olive oil until fork-tender. This classic celebratory dish is rich in flavor and naturally keto when served without starchy accompaniments.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg, olive oil, garlic cloves, fresh rosemary/thyme, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Must be served without any traditional carb sides such as rice, potatoes, couscous, or bread. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables like green salad or sautéed greens if available.
Say this to the waiter (Hebrew)
לצלי טלה, בבקשה להגיש בלי אורז, תפוחי אדמה, קוסקוס או לחם. אפשר במקום סלט ירוק או ירקות ירוקים מוקפצים?
For the צלי טלה, serve without rice, potatoes, couscous, or bread. Request a side of green salad or sautéed greens, if possible.
Watch out for
Being served with starchy sides, hidden sugars in marinades/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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