Keto Fried Spiced Lamb & Beef Meatballs (Bulgur-Free)
Fried Spiced Lamb & Beef Meatballs
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly ensure no bulgur, breadcrumbs, or flour are used as binders in the meatballs. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Lebanese dishes.
What it is
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these flavorful meatballs are made from a savory blend of ground lamb and beef, seasoned with traditional Lebanese spices, and then pan-fried or deep-fried to perfection. Prepared without bulgur or breadcrumbs, focusing on the rich taste of the meat.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb, ground beef, finely minced white onion, Lebanese seven-spice blend (allspice, cumin, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, fenugreek), extra virgin olive oil (for frying), sea salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly ensure no bulgur, breadcrumbs, or flour are used as binders in the meatballs. Request no high-carb sides like pita bread or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كرات لحم مقلية متبلة، تأكدوا لا يوجد برغل أو بقسماط أو طحين كمواد ربط. وبدون خبز بيتا أو رز بجانب الطبق.
For Fried Spiced Meatballs, confirm no bulgur, breadcrumbs, or flour as binders. No pita bread or rice served on the side.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often include bulgur or breadcrumbs. Cross-contamination if fried in oil previously used for carb-heavy items. Often served with high-carb pita bread.
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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