Hashweh (Lahmeh Mafrumeh bil Mukassarat)
Spiced Ground Meat with Pine Nuts and Almonds
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A rich and fragrant dish of seasoned ground lamb or beef, sautéed with toasted pine nuts and almonds. Often used as a stuffing, 'Hashweh' can also be enjoyed as a hearty, keto-friendly main course or side, full of flavor and texture.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, pine nuts, slivered almonds, ghee/olive oil, onion, mixed spices (allspice, cinnamon, cardamom), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are added. Confirm no hidden sugars in spice blends.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للحشوة، من فضلك تأكد أنها بدون أرز أو بقسماط. هل البهارات خالية من السكر؟
For the Hashweh, please ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are added. Are the spices sugar-free?
Watch out for
Carbs from nuts (moderate), hidden sugars in spice blends, excessive onion.
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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