Laħam tal-Forn (ċanga jew ħaruf)
Maltese Baked Beef or Lamb (No Potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender cuts of beef or lamb, slow-baked with onions, garlic, and herbs. A hearty and flavorful dish, naturally keto when served without the traditional potato accompaniment.
Key ingredients
Beef or lamb (shoulder/leg), onions, garlic, olive oil, small amount of tomato paste, white wine (optional), bay leaves, rosemary, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no potatoes, carrots, or other starchy vegetables. Ask for a side of steamed green vegetables or a simple green salad with olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Għal-Laħam tal-Forn, jekk jogħġbok mingħajr patata, karrotti jew ħxejjex oħra tal-lamtu. Nista' nitlob ħaxix aħdar bil-fwar jew insalata sempliċi biż-żejt u l-ħall?
For the Laħam tal-Forn, please no potatoes, carrots, or starchy vegetables. Can I have steamed green vegetables or a simple green salad with oil and vinegar instead?
Watch out for
Traditional serving with potatoes, carrots, or other root vegetables. Potential for hidden sugar in sauces or commercial marinades.
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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