مقلوبة لحم (كيتو بقرنابيط)
Keto Lamb Maklouba (Upside-Down Dish with Cauliflower)
Yes, with a tweak: replace rice entirely with cauliflower. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Libyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A keto-adapted version of the classic Libyan 'upside-down' dish. Tender lamb pieces are slow-cooked with a rich blend of spices, layered with pan-fried or roasted cauliflower florets, and then inverted for a beautiful presentation. Replaces traditional rice with cauliflower for a low-carb alternative.
Key ingredients
Lamb (cubed or bone-in pieces), cauliflower florets, olive oil, onions, garlic, tomato paste, spices (allspice, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper), bay leaves, fresh parsley for garnish, chicken/beef broth.
How to make it keto
Replace rice entirely with cauliflower. Ensure no potatoes or other high-carb vegetables are used. Confirm no added sugar in tomato paste. Pan-frying cauliflower before layering adds flavor and reduces sogginess.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للمقلوبة، من فضلك استبدل الأرز بالقرنبيط بالكامل. وبدون بطاطس أو خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات، وتأكد من عدم إضافة سكر لصلصة الطماطم.
For the Maqlouba, please replace all rice with cauliflower. No potatoes or high-carb vegetables, and no added sugar in the tomato sauce.
Watch out for
Hidden sugar in tomato paste. Overly large portions of onions/garlic, if not considered in carb count.
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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