Keto Ma'ajoogat Lahmeh (Layered Meat and Vegetable Bake)
Keto Layered Meat and Vegetable Bake
Yes, with a tweak: replace dough or potato layers with thinly sliced eggplant, zucchini, or cauliflower. About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A flavorful baked dish where seasoned ground lamb or beef is layered with various low-carb vegetables, such as sliced eggplant, zucchini, or cauliflower, instead of the traditional dough or potato base. It's rich in flavor and spices, baked until tender.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb or beef, eggplant, zucchini, cauliflower, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, olive oil, pine nuts (optional), allspice, cinnamon, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Replace dough or potato layers with thinly sliced eggplant, zucchini, or cauliflower. Ensure no rice or breadcrumbs are used in the meat mixture.
Watch out for
Use of bread/dough, potatoes, rice in the meat mixture, sugary tomato paste.
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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