Laħam tal-Ħaruf bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ (Keto-Style)
Lamb with Capers and Olives (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Maltese food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Succulent lamb pieces slow-cooked or pan-seared with a distinctive Mediterranean sauce featuring briny capers, olives, garlic, and herbs.
Key ingredients
Lamb cuts (e.g., shoulder, leg), olive oil, onions, garlic, capers, black olives, white wine (small amount, mostly evaporates), chopped tomatoes (optional, small amount), rosemary, bay leaf, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour or starch is used to thicken the sauce. Request it served with a side of keto-friendly vegetables (e.g., spinach, grilled zucchini) instead of potatoes or rice.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għal-Laħam tal-Ħaruf bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ, l-ebda dqiq jew lamtu fiz-zalza. Serviha b'ħaxix keto (eż. spinaċi, zucchini grilled), mingħajr patata jew ross.
For the Laħam tal-Ħaruf bil-Kappar u Żebbuġ, no flour or starch in the sauce. Serve with keto vegetables like spinach/zucchini, no potatoes/rice.
Watch out for
Flour/starch thickeners, high-carb sides, hidden sugars in tomato/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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