Kusha Lahm bil Qarnabit (Keto-Style)
Baked Lamb/Beef with Cauliflower and Spices (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes, rice, or chickpeas are used. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Libyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty Libyan baked dish featuring tender chunks of lamb or beef slow-cooked with florets of cauliflower, onions, garlic, and a medley of warm spices in a savory broth. This keto version replaces traditional starchy elements with cauliflower.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stewing meat, cauliflower florets, onions, garlic, olive oil, broth, minimal tomato paste, spices (cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper).
How to make it keto
Confirm no potatoes, rice, or chickpeas are used. Request minimal tomato paste and no added sugar in the broth.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لكوشة لحم بالقرنبيط، من فضلك تأكدوا لا يوجد بطاطا، أرز أو حمص. واستخدموا أقل كمية من معجون الطماطم وبدون سكر مضاف للمرق.
For Kusha Lahm bil Qarnabit, please confirm no potatoes, rice, or chickpeas. Use minimal tomato paste and no added sugar in the broth.
Watch out for
Excessive tomato paste, hidden sugars in broth, accidental inclusion of starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots.
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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