Mkhaddar (Keto-Style)
Libyan Lamb and Herb Stew (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes, chickpeas, or fava beans. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A distinctly flavorful Libyan lamb stew characterized by a generous use of fresh herbs (such as cilantro, parsley, and mint) combined with tender lamb pieces, onions, garlic, and a light tomato base. This dish offers a vibrant and aromatic profile.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks, olive oil, onions, garlic, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, fresh mint, mild green peppers, minimal tomato paste, spices (coriander, cumin), water/broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes, chickpeas, or fava beans. Confirm no added sugar in the tomato paste or as a thickener. Can be made as a white stew (without tomato paste) to reduce carbs further.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
المخضر، من فضلك بدون بطاطا، حمص أو فول. ولا سكر مضاف لرب البندورة. ممكن تعملوه مرقة بيضاء بدون بندورة؟
For Mkhaddar, no potatoes, chickpeas, or fava beans. No added sugar in the tomato paste. Can you make it as a white stew?
Watch out for
Potatoes, chickpeas, fava beans, added sugar in tomato paste, flour-based thickeners.
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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