M'kabbet
Slow-Cooked Spiced Lamb/Beef (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: omit any starchy side dishes like couscous or bread. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A deeply flavorful Libyan dish of lamb or beef, slow-cooked until exceptionally tender in its own juices with a blend of warming spices and minimal vegetables. The name 'M'kabbet' implies the meat is 'compacted' or thoroughly cooked. For keto, it's served without traditional carb sides.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef chunks, olive oil, onions, garlic, minimal tomato (fresh or paste), Libyan spice blend (cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, black pepper), salt, water/broth.
How to make it keto
Omit any starchy side dishes like couscous or bread. Ensure minimal tomato content and no added flour thickeners. Confirm no high-carb vegetables are incorporated into the stew.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للمكبّت، من فضلك بدون أي نشويات جانبية مثل الكسكس أو الخبز. طماطم قليلة، وبدون أي طحين للتكثيف. وتأكد لا خضروات عالية الكربوهيدرات بالمرقة.
For the M'kabbet, no starchy sides (couscous/bread). Please use minimal tomato, no flour thickeners, and no high-carb vegetables in the stew.
Watch out for
Hidden sugars in tomato products or spice blends, use of flour/starch as a thickener, inclusion of high-carb vegetables like potatoes.
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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