Kousa bil Laban (Keto-Style)
Zucchini in Creamy Yogurt Sauce (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: it is essential to use plain, unsweetened, full-fat yogurt to keep carbohydrate count low. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A light and refreshing keto-friendly side dish featuring tender zucchini slices gently cooked and then enveloped in a tangy, creamy yogurt sauce. Often seasoned with fresh garlic and dried mint, this dish offers a unique flavor and cooling contrast to richer Libyan mains.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, olive oil, plain full-fat unsweetened yogurt, fresh garlic, dried mint, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
It is essential to use plain, unsweetened, full-fat yogurt to keep carbohydrate count low. Confirm no flour or cornstarch is used as a thickening agent for the sauce. Ensure no sugar is added to the yogurt sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لطبق كوسا باللبن، لو سمحتوا استخدموا لبن سادة كامل الدسم وغير محلى. وتأكدوا ما فيه طحين أو نشا للتكثيف، ولا سكر مضاف بالصلصة.
For Kousa bil Laban, please use plain, unsweetened, full-fat yogurt. Ensure no flour or cornstarch for thickening, and no added sugar in the sauce.
Watch out for
Sugary or low-fat yogurt, flour or starch-based thickeners, hidden sugars in seasoning or commercially prepared yogurt.
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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