Zarb
Bedouin Underground Oven Roasted Lamb/Chicken
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request 'meat only,' no rice, no potatoes, no accompanying bread. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A traditional Bedouin dish where marinated lamb or chicken is slow-cooked in a sealed underground oven (taboon) over hot coals. The meat becomes incredibly tender and infused with smoky flavors.
Key ingredients
Lamb or chicken, various spices (cinnamon, cardamom, bay leaves, turmeric, black pepper), olive oil.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request 'meat only,' no rice, no potatoes, no accompanying bread. Ensure no sugary marinades are used. If available, opt for lamb over chicken for higher fat content.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للزرب، أريد لحم فقط. بدون رز، بطاطا، أو خبز. تأكد لي ما في تتبيلة سكر. وإذا في لحم خروف أفضل.
For the Zarb, I'd like meat only, no rice, no potatoes, no bread. Confirm no sugary marinades. Lamb is preferred if available.
Watch out for
Traditionally served with rice and sometimes starchy vegetables like carrots or potatoes, which must be avoided. Some restaurants might use a small amount of sugar in the marinade for caramelization. Large quantities of onions in the marinade contribute carbs.
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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