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Roasted Leg of Lamb with Keto Vegetables
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no potatoes or other root vegetables are roasted *with* the lamb or served as a side. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Maltese dishes.
What it is
A succulent leg of lamb, slow-roasted with garlic, rosemary, and olive oil, resulting in tender meat with a flavorful crust. Traditionally served with roast potatoes or other root vegetables.
Key ingredients
Leg of lamb, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no potatoes or other root vegetables are roasted *with* the lamb or served as a side. Request a side of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., grilled aubergine, spinach, cauliflower).
Say this to the waiter (Maltese)
Jekk jogħġbok, aċċerta ruħek li m'hemmx patata jew ħaxix tal-għerq mar-ħaruf. Nista' nieħu brunġiel, spinaċi jew pastard minflok?
Please ensure no potatoes or root vegetables are roasted with the lamb or served as a side. Can I have grilled aubergine, spinach, or cauliflower?
Watch out for
Root vegetables roasted with the meat (potatoes, carrots), carby side dishes (roast potatoes, couscous, rice), gravy thickened with flour.
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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