Tajeen L'san
Braised Lamb Tongue Tagine
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or chickpeas are added to the tagine. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Libyan food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender lamb tongue, slow-cooked in a rich, savory, and aromatic tomato-based sauce with sautéed onions, garlic, and traditional Libyan spices such as cumin, paprika, and a hint of harissa. The tongue is incredibly tender after slow braising.
Key ingredients
Lamb tongue, olive oil, onions, garlic, chopped tomatoes (or tomato paste), cumin, paprika, harissa, salt, black pepper, lamb broth.
How to make it keto
Ensure no starchy vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or chickpeas are added to the tagine. Verify that the sauce contains no added sugars or thickeners. Request omission of any bread or couscous.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
طاجين اللسان من فضلك. بدون بطاطس أو جزر أو حمص. وتأكد أن الصلصة بدون سكر أو أي مواد مثخنة. وبدون خبز أو كسكس.
Tajeen L'san, please. No potatoes, carrots, or chickpeas. Ensure no added sugars or thickeners in the sauce. Omit bread or couscous.
Watch out for
Addition of high-carb vegetables (potatoes, carrots, chickpeas); hidden sugars in tomato sauce or broth; serving with high-carb sides.
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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