Lham Mqallem (لحم مقلم)
Pan-Fried Lamb Chunks with Spices
Yes, keto as served. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of lamb, typically from the leg or shoulder, cut into cubes and pan-fried in olive oil until perfectly browned and cooked through. Seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and cumin for a pure, rich lamb flavor.
Key ingredients
Lamb (leg or shoulder, cubed), olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no additional sauces, starchy vegetables, or bread are served. This is a very simple preparation focused purely on the meat.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هل هذا الطبق يأتي بدون صوصات إضافية، خضار نشوية أو خبز؟
Please confirm no additional sauces, starchy vegetables, or bread are served with this.
Watch out for
None significant unless served with a hidden carby side or sauce.
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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