Ghallayet Kousa/Batenjan bil Lahm (Keto-Style)
Sautéed Zucchini and/or Eggplant with Lamb/Beef
Yes, with a tweak: request no potatoes, chickpeas, or rice. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rustic and hearty Libyan dish where tender pieces of lamb or beef are sautéed with generous amounts of zucchini and/or eggplant, onions, garlic, and aromatic spices. Cooked in ample olive oil, it's a naturally low-carb and satisfying meal.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, zucchini, eggplant, onions, garlic, olive oil, bell peppers (optional), minimal tomato paste (optional), spices (paprika, cumin, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Request no potatoes, chickpeas, or rice. Confirm minimal use of tomato paste or request to omit it.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لغلاية كوسا/باذنجان باللحم، من فضلك بدون بطاطا، حمص أو أرز. واستخدموا أقل كمية من معجون الطماطم، أو يمكنكم إلغاؤه.
For Ghallayet Kousa/Batenjan bil Lahm, please use no potatoes, chickpeas, or rice. Use minimal tomato paste, or omit it completely.
Watch out for
Excess tomato paste, inclusion of starchy vegetables, served with 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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