Lham bil Qasbu
Keto-Style Lamb & Artichoke Heart Stew
Yes, with a tweak: ensure artichoke hearts are not marinated in oil/sugar. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Libyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A savory Libyan stew combining tender chunks of lamb with artichoke hearts, cooked in a light tomato-based sauce with traditional spices. Traditionally served with couscous or bread.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder/leg, artichoke hearts (canned in water or frozen, not marinated in oil/sugar), olive oil, onions, garlic, tomato paste (unsweetened), cumin, turmeric, paprika, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley.
How to make it keto
Ensure artichoke hearts are not marinated in oil/sugar. Request no flour thickeners. Limit onion and tomato paste. Ensure no high-carb vegetables are added. Avoid serving with rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لحم بالقصبو، لو سمحت تأكدوا أن قلوب الخرشوف ليست منقوعة في زيت أو سكر. بدون دقيق للتكثيف. قللوا البصل ومعجون الطماطم. لا تضيفوا خضار عالية الكربوهيدرات. يقدم بدون رز أو خبز.
Lham bil Qasbu, ensure artichoke hearts are not marinated in oil/sugar. No flour thickeners. Limit onion and tomato paste. No high-carb vegetables. Serve without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Artichoke hearts (can be higher carb if a very large portion). Sugar in tomato paste. Excessive onions. Flour thickeners. Accompaniments like rice or bread.
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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