Ras Asfour (Keto Modified)
Small Lamb Cubes with Lemon and Garlic
Yes, with a tweak: omit traditional pomegranate molasses, which is high in sugar. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Jordanian dishes.
What it is
Bite-sized cubes of tender lamb (or beef) sautéed until perfectly cooked, then finished with fresh garlic, vibrant cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon juice. This dish is usually served as a savory mezze item; for keto, traditional pomegranate molasses is omitted.
Key ingredients
Lamb cubes, olive oil, garlic, fresh cilantro, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, omit traditional pomegranate molasses, which is high in sugar. Ensure no bread is served alongside.
Watch out for
Pomegranate molasses (if not explicitly omitted), served with bread.
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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