Lham Bil Khamira
Lamb or Beef with Spices (Fermented-Style)
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
A traditional Libyan dish featuring tender lamb or beef, slow-cooked with a rich blend of aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and dried herbs. The 'khamira' refers to a traditional method of seasoning and slow-cooking that results in a deeply flavorful and tender meat, often compared to a confit due to its preservation in fat. It's naturally keto, focusing purely on meat, fat, and spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder or leg (or beef), olive oil, clarified butter (samna), turmeric, cumin, dried mint, black pepper, red chili powder (optional), salt.
Optional tweaks
No modifications needed, naturally keto. Ensure no high-carb thickeners or additives are used in a restaurant setting.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم بالخميرة، من فضلك تأكد لي أنه لا توجد أي مكثفات أو إضافات عالية الكربوهيدرات.
For the Lham Bil Khamira, please confirm no high-carb thickeners or additives are used.
Watch out for
Some restaurants might add small amounts of sugar to balance flavors, or serve with carb-heavy sides like couscous or bread, which must be explicitly avoided.
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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