Lahmeh Mafrumeh bil Sanobar
Minced Meat with Pine Nuts
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice, bulgur, or bread is served alongside or mixed into the dish. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Seasoned minced lamb or beef, pan-fried with toasted pine nuts, typically with a hint of onion and aromatic spices. This rich and savory mixture is often used as a topping but can be enjoyed as a standalone dish.
Key ingredients
Minced lamb or beef, pine nuts, olive oil/ghee, onion (small amount), garlic, mixed spices (allspice, cinnamon, black pepper), salt.
How to make it keto
CRITICAL: Ensure no rice, bulgur, or bread is served alongside or mixed into the dish. Request it plain as a side or main dish.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحمة مفرومة بالصنوبر، لو سمحت تأكدلي ما يكون فيها رز أو برغل أو خبز، لا مخلوط ولا جنبها. بدي ياها بس لحمة وصنوبر.
Lahmeh Mafrumeh bil Sanobar, please ensure no rice, bulgur, or bread is mixed in or served alongside. Just the meat and pine nuts.
Watch out for
Almost always served with rice or bread; often used as a stuffing mixture where carbs are inherent.
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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