Msharma Lahm (Keto-Style)
Libyan Lamb and Bell Pepper Sauté (Keto-Style)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no starchy vegetables like potatoes are added. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A vibrant pan-sautéed dish featuring tender chunks of lamb (or beef) cooked with colorful bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of traditional Libyan spices. Prepared with ample olive oil, it's a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Beef chunks, olive oil, bell peppers (various colors), onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes, tomato paste (minimal), harissa, cumin, coriander, paprika, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Confirm no starchy vegetables like potatoes are added. Request extra olive oil. Ensure tomato paste usage is minimal.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكد لا يوجد خضار نشوية كالبطاطا. صلصة الطماطم قليلة جداً. أرغب بزيت زيتون إضافي.
Please confirm no starchy vegetables like potatoes. Use minimal tomato paste. I'd like extra olive oil.
Watch out for
Could be served with bread or rice on the side; explicitly refuse these. Some restaurants might add a touch of sugar to tomato-based dishes.
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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