Lahme bil Karaz
Spiced Meatballs with Sour Cherry Sauce (Keto Modified)
No, skip this one: about 16g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
Flavorful minced lamb or beef meatballs simmered in a rich, tangy sour cherry sauce, typically seasoned with cinnamon and allspice. Traditionally served with rice, but modified for keto.
Key ingredients
Ground lamb/beef, sour cherries (fresh or frozen, unsweetened), unsweetened cherry juice, onion, garlic, olive oil, cinnamon, allspice, salt, black pepper.
If you order it anyway
Omit rice. Ensure the cherry sauce is made from unsweetened sour cherries and contains no added sugar or carb-based thickeners. Portion control of cherries is important.
If you order it anyway, say this (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون أرز. وتأكدوا أن صلصة الكرز مصنوعة من كرز حامض غير محلى، وبدون سكر مضاف أو مكثفات نشوية. وقللوا كمية الكرز قدر الإمكان.
Please omit rice. Ensure cherry sauce is made from unsweetened sour cherries, with no added sugar or carb thickeners. Keep cherries portion controlled.
Watch out for
Sour cherries, though less sweet than other fruits, still contain natural sugars. Ensure no added sugar in the sauce. Onion and garlic contribute minimal 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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