Lham Mebakhkhar
Steamed Lamb with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no high-carb vegetables are included in the steaming process (e.g., potatoes, carrots). About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb (often shoulder or leg) seasoned with traditional Libyan spices like cumin, paprika, and black pepper, then slowly steamed until succulent. Served with a simple side of steamed low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Lamb cuts (shoulder/leg), olive oil, garlic, onion, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, water, low-carb vegetables (e.g., green beans, zucchini, bell peppers).
How to make it keto
Ensure no high-carb vegetables are included in the steaming process (e.g., potatoes, carrots). Crucially, omit any accompanying bread, couscous, or rice. Request steamed low-carb vegetables on the side.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
اللحم المبخر بدون بطاطس أو جزر. وبدون خبز أو كسكس أو أرز. هل يمكنني الحصول على خضروات مطبوخة على البخار منخفضة الكربوهيدرات كطبق جانبي؟
Please ensure Lham Mebakhkhar has no potatoes or carrots. Omit bread, couscous, or rice. Can I have steamed low-carb vegetables on the side?
Watch out for
Serving with traditional high-carb sides (bread, couscous, rice); addition of high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots) in the steaming process.
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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