Keto Kofta Mafrumeh bil Sanobar (Kibbeh Style)
Keto Spiced Minced Meat Patties with Pine Nuts
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no bulgur, breadcrumbs, flour, or potato/cauliflower is used as a binder. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A keto-friendly take on the delicious flavors of kibbeh filling. Highly seasoned minced lamb or beef (with onions, spices like allspice and cinnamon) and toasted pine nuts are formed into patties and pan-fried or baked until golden brown. This dish captures the essence of traditional kibbeh without the bulgur or starchy binders.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb or beef, onion, pine nuts, olive oil or ghee, spices (allspice, cinnamon, black pepper), salt, optional fresh mint.
How to make it keto
Confirm no bulgur, breadcrumbs, flour, or potato/cauliflower is used as a binder. Request patties are pan-fried or baked in generous fat.
Watch out for
Risk of using breadcrumbs or bulgur as a binder (must confirm zero). High onion content in the mixture can add carbs. Pine nuts have some carbs, but usually in a reasonable amount.
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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