Siniyet Lahmeh bil Khodar
Lamb/Beef Tray Bake with Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure NO POTATOES are included. About 13g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Jordanian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory tray bake featuring succulent pieces of lamb or beef cooked with a medley of low-carb vegetables such as zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and onions, often in a rich tomato sauce or simply with herbs and olive oil.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef cubes/slices, zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, various Middle Eastern spices, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure NO POTATOES are included. Confirm no rice or bread is served with it. Ask for extra olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
صينية لحمة بالخضار، لو سمحت. تأكد لي أبداً بدون بطاطا. وما بدي رز أو خبز. ممكن زيت زيتون زيادة؟
Siniyet Lahmeh bil Khodar, please. Crucially, no potatoes. No rice or bread. Can I have extra olive oil?
Watch out for
Often includes potatoes. Tomato sauce/paste can contain added sugar or be high in carbs if too much is used.
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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