Qalayet Akood bil Kasbara wal Thawm
Lamb Testicles Skillet with Cilantro and Garlic
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
A traditional and hearty offal delicacy. Lamb testicles (akood) are expertly prepared by sautéing them in a skillet with an abundance of fresh cilantro, minced garlic, and olive oil, often finished with a squeeze of lemon. This 'qalayet' method ensures a tender texture and robust, aromatic flavor.
Key ingredients
Lamb testicles (akood), fresh cilantro, fresh garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Crucially, confirm no breading or flour is used. Request the skillet preparation (Qalayet) without any added starchy vegetables. Ask for extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Risk of flour being used for light breading (must confirm no breading). Ensure no high-carb vegetables are mistakenly added.
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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