Tajeen Bizzer (طاجين بيزر)
Libyan Lamb Brain Tajine
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Libyan dishes.
What it is
A unique and rich Libyan dish featuring tender lamb brains cooked slowly in a savory tagine sauce with eggs, fresh lemon juice, abundant garlic, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and a touch of paprika.
Key ingredients
Lamb brains, eggs, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, fresh coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour or starch is used as a thickener in the sauce. Ensure no added sugars in the preparation.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، تأكد أن صلصة الطاجين بيزر لا تحتوي على طحين أو نشا كمكثف، ولا سكر مضاف.
Please confirm the Tajeen Bizzer sauce has no flour or starch thickeners and no added sugars.
Watch out for
Small amounts of carbs from spices and aromatics. Ensure no starchy fillers or binders are used in the sauce.
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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