Shakriya (Keto Modified)
Lamb or Beef in Creamy White Yogurt Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no rice is served. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A rich and comforting stew featuring slow-cooked lamb or beef in a creamy, unspiced white yogurt sauce. The sauce is often thickened with egg and starch (modified for keto) and seasoned with mild spices. Served without rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stew meat, full-fat plain yogurt, egg (for thickening), minimal cornstarch or xanthan gum (for keto), salt, white pepper, optional bay leaf, cardamom.
How to make it keto
Ensure no rice is served. Request minimal cornstarch or ask for keto thickeners like xanthan gum. Confirm full-fat plain yogurt and no flour is used.
Watch out for
Cornstarch or flour used for thickening; low-fat yogurt; starchy side dishes.
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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