Kousa bil Laban
Zucchini and Lamb in Yogurt Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starch or flour is used to thicken the yogurt sauce. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb and zucchini simmered in a rich, tangy yogurt sauce, typically flavored with garlic and mint. A hearty and comforting stew.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks, zucchini, plain full-fat yogurt (laban), garlic, dried mint, olive oil, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starch or flour is used to thicken the yogurt sauce. Request a smaller portion of zucchini if strict carb counting. Serve without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كوسا باللبن، لو سمحت تأكد أن لا يوجد نشا أو طحين في صلصة اللبن. ممكن حصة كوسا أصغر وبدون رز أو خبز؟
For the Kousa bil Laban, please ensure no starch or flour in the yogurt sauce. A smaller zucchini portion, and no rice or bread, please.
Watch out for
Potential starch/flour as thickeners in the yogurt sauce, overconsumption of yogurt (lactose carbs), overconsumption of zucchini.
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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