Lahm Mashwi / Shish Kebab
Grilled Lamb Skewers
Yes, with a tweak: request 'meat only' or 'meat and bell peppers/onions only,' no bread (khubz), no rice, no fries. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Tender cubes of lamb meat, typically marinated with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and traditional spices, then grilled to perfection on skewers.
Key ingredients
Lamb meat (typically leg or shoulder), olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, occasionally bell peppers and onions.
How to make it keto
Request 'meat only' or 'meat and bell peppers/onions only,' no bread (khubz), no rice, no fries. Confirm no sugary marinades are used.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم مشوي لو سمحت، لحم فقط أو مع فلفل وبصل فقط. بدون خبز، رز، أو بطاطا مقلية. وتأكد لي التتبيلة بدون سكر.
For the Lahm Mashwi, please serve meat only, or meat with bell peppers/onions. No bread, rice, or fries. Confirm no sugary marinades are used.
Watch out for
Often served with bread, rice, or fries. Bell peppers and onions if included can contribute carbs. Some marinades might contain trace sugars for flavor balance.
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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