Makloubet Zahra
Keto Cauliflower 'Upside Down' with Lamb/Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice. About 15g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-friendly adaptation of the classic 'Makloubeh', which means 'upside down'. This version layers fried cauliflower florets, seasoned lamb or chicken, and sometimes other low-carb vegetables like eggplant and bell peppers, slow-cooked together to meld flavors, and then inverted onto a serving platter. The traditional rice is entirely omitted.
Key ingredients
Cauliflower, lamb or chicken pieces, eggplant, bell peppers, tomato (optional), onion, garlic, olive oil, broth, seven-spice blend, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice. Ensure the 'upside down' preparation uses only cauliflower and other low-carb vegetables, not potatoes or rice. Ask about any added sugar in broth or tomato paste.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
مقلوبة زهرة، لو سمحت. بدون رز أبداً. بس زهرة وخضار قليلة الكربوهيدرات، بدون بطاطا. هل فيه سكر مضاف بالمرقة أو معجون البندورة؟
Makloubet Zahra, please. No rice at all. Only cauliflower and low-carb vegetables, no potatoes. Is there any added sugar in the broth or tomato paste?
Watch out for
Traditional Makloubeh is rice-based. Ensure no potato is used. Tomato can add carbs, and some broths may contain added sugars or starch.
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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