Lahmet Ra'as
Stewed Lamb's Head Meat
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A rich and traditional dish featuring tender, slow-cooked meat from the lamb's head (without the bone), often stewed with onions, garlic, and robust spices until incredibly tender and flavorful.
Key ingredients
Lamb's head meat, onions, garlic, olive oil, bay leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, allspice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm only the meat is served, not the whole head with brain or tongue (unless specified and desired). Ensure no starchy vegetables are added to the stew.
Watch out for
Often served with rice or bread (must be omitted); potential for starchy vegetables in the stew.
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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