سلطة مخ (Salata Mokh)
Boiled Lamb Brain Salad with Herbs
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
A unique and rich Libyan appetizer featuring tender lamb brain, carefully boiled and then diced. It's typically tossed with a vibrant mix of fresh parsley, mint, finely chopped red onion, lemon juice, and generous extra virgin olive oil, creating a refreshing and flavorful salad.
Key ingredients
Lamb brain, water, salt, fresh parsley, fresh mint, red onion, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure the brain is boiled and diced, not fried or mashed into a paste, to avoid similarity to blacklisted preparations. Confirm no carb-heavy accompaniments like bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
سلطة المخ، لو سمحت تأكد أن المخ مسلوق ومقطع مكعبات، ليس مقلياً أو مهروساً. ومن فضلك، بدون خبز جانبي.
For the Salata Mokh, please ensure the brain is boiled and diced, not fried or mashed. No bread on the side, please.
Watch out for
Unlikely for this naturally low-carb dish, but always confirm no hidden sugars in dressings (though a simple lemon-oil dressing is traditional).
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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