Lahmeh bil Fotor wal Basal
Meat with Mushrooms and Onions
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes or rice are added. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A simple and robust pan-fried or sautéed dish featuring tender pieces of lamb or beef cooked with sliced mushrooms and caramelized onions. Seasoned with traditional spices, it's a savory and satisfying meal, often served as a main dish.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stew meat (or minced), fresh mushrooms (e.g., cremini, button), onions, olive oil, garlic, mixed spices (allspice, cumin, coriander), salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes or rice are added. Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener. Be mindful of onion quantity.
Watch out for
Onions and mushrooms contain natural sugars; generous restaurant portions of these can add up. Some pre-made spice blends can contain minimal starch fillers.
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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