Makhroum
Lamb and Onion Stew (Chickpea-Free)
No, skip this one: about 17g net carbs per serving, close to a full day's carbs on strict keto. Better picks from the same menu are below.
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What it is
A deeply flavorful Libyan stew with tender pieces of lamb or beef slow-cooked with a large quantity of caramelized onions and aromatic spices. The onions break down to form a sweet and savory base. Traditionally, it can include chickpeas, which are omitted for keto.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stew meat, onions, olive oil, garlic, ginger, turmeric, paprika, cumin, coriander, black pepper, salt, water/broth.
If you order it anyway
CRITICAL: Request to omit chickpeas entirely. Ensure no sugar is added to caramelize onions (natural sweetness is fine, but added sugar is a risk).
If you order it anyway, say this (Arabic)
للمخروم، من فضلك بدون حمص تماماً. وتأكد من عدم إضافة سكر لكرملة البصل.
For Makhroum, please omit chickpeas completely. And ensure no sugar is added to caramelize the onions.
Watch out for
High quantity of onions contributes to total carbs. Potential for hidden sugar if onions are deliberately caramelized with added sugar. Ensure no chickpeas.
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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