Jibneh Mechwieh
Grilled Feta Cheese
Yes, with a tweak: request the feta cheese to be grilled or pan-fried without any breading, and served without accompanying bread or crackers. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Lebanese dishes.
What it is
Slices of salty feta cheese, lightly grilled until warm and slightly softened, creating a rich and tangy appetizer. Served without bread, allowing the full flavor of the cheese to shine.
Key ingredients
Feta cheese, olive oil, dried herbs
How to make it keto
Request the feta cheese to be grilled or pan-fried without any breading, and served without accompanying bread or crackers.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الجبنة المشوية، لو سمحت تشويها أو تقليها بدون قسماط. وتقدم بدون خبز أو بسكويت مالح.
For the Jibneh Mechwieh, please grill or pan-fry the feta without breading. Serve it without bread or crackers.
Watch out for
Ensure no breading or sugary glaze is used. Some restaurants might serve with honey, request omission.
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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