Ghoulal (Keto-Style)
Libyan Offal Stew (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no chickpeas or potatoes are added. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A rich and hearty stew featuring various lamb or goat offal (such as tripe, lungs, liver, and heart), slowly cooked with onions, tomatoes, and aromatic Libyan spices in generous olive oil. The keto version omits traditional chickpeas and potatoes, focusing on the succulent offal and savory broth.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Goat offal (tripe, liver, heart, lungs), olive oil, onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato paste (minimal), harissa, cumin, paprika, turmeric, chili powder, fresh cilantro, lemon juice, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no chickpeas or potatoes are added. Confirm only minimal tomato paste is used for flavor, not volume. Request extra olive oil.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكد لا يوجد حمص أو بطاطا. صلصة الطماطم قليلة جداً. أرغب بزيت زيتون إضافي.
Please ensure no chickpeas or potatoes. Use minimal tomato paste. I'd like extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Traditional versions often include chickpeas and potatoes. Hidden sugars can be present in some restaurant-prepared tomato sauces or harissa. Ensure no flour is used as a thickener.
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.
More on the Libyan menuAll 203 Libyan dishes ›
