Ejjeh (Keto Lebanese Omelette)
Lebanese Omelette (Flour-Free)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no flour or breadcrumbs as a binder. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Lebanese dishes.
What it is
A thick, savory omelette made with beaten eggs, fresh herbs like parsley and mint, and green onions, seasoned with spices. Modified to be flour-free and exclude high-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fresh parsley, fresh mint, green onion, salt, black pepper, cumin, olive oil for frying.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no flour or breadcrumbs as a binder. Ensure no added potatoes or other starchy vegetables. Can be enhanced with crumbled feta or ground meat if available.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للعجة، لو سمحتوا، تأكدوا ما في طحين أو بقسماط كربط. ولا تضيفوا بطاطا أو أي خضار نشوية.
For the Ejjeh, please ensure no flour or breadcrumbs as a binder. No potatoes or starchy vegetables.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often use flour for binding. High-carb vegetables like potato are sometimes included. Always served with bread in traditional settings.
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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