Bayd bil Lahme
Eggs with Minced Lamb
Yes, keto as served. About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Lebanese dishes.
What it is
A robust and satisfying dish made with scrambled or pan-fried eggs cooked directly with seasoned minced lamb, often enhanced with a hint of onion and traditional spices. A hearty meal or breakfast option.
Key ingredients
Eggs, minced lamb, small amount of diced onion, extra virgin olive oil or butter, salt, black pepper, cumin, fresh parsley for garnish.
Optional tweaks
None needed. Ensure no potatoes or bread are served alongside. Confirm no flour is used as a thickener, which is uncommon for this dish but worth asking.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء عدم تقديم بطاطس أو خبز بجانبه. والتأكد من عدم استخدام الطحين كمكثف.
No potatoes or bread alongside, please. Confirm no flour used as a thickener.
Watch out for
Served with bread or pita. Excessive amounts of onion or tomato (if added, which is not typical for this specific 'Bayd bil Lahme' version).
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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