Lham bil Laban
Meat in Yogurt Sauce (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure only plain, unsweetened full-fat yogurt is used. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb or beef slow-cooked in a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce, seasoned with subtle spices. This dish is distinct from meatballs in yogurt. The keto modification involves ensuring the yogurt sauce is plain and unsweetened, and no starchy thickeners are used.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, plain unsweetened full-fat yogurt, olive oil, onions, garlic, fresh mint (or dried), salt, black pepper, egg yolk (for stability, optional).
How to make it keto
Ensure only plain, unsweetened full-fat yogurt is used. Confirm no flour or starch is added as a thickener to the sauce. Request no rice or bread on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم باللبن، من فضلك استخدم لبن كامل الدسم سادة وغير محلى فقط. وتأكد ألا يكون هناك طحين أو نشا لتكثيف الصلصة. ولا أريد أرز أو خبز جانباً.
For the Lham bil Laban, please use only plain, unsweetened full-fat yogurt. No flour/starch thickeners in the sauce. No rice or bread on the side.
Watch out for
Sweetened yogurt, flour/starch thickeners in the sauce, hidden carbs in pre-made sauces or spice mixes.
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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