Mechoui (Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder)
Moroccan Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder
Yes, keto as served. About 1g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Moroccan dishes.
What it is
A celebrated Moroccan dish, featuring a succulent lamb shoulder (or sometimes a whole lamb) slow-roasted to tender perfection, seasoned simply with salt, cumin, and sometimes saffron. Naturally high in fat and protein and perfectly keto-friendly.
Key ingredients
Lamb shoulder, salt, cumin, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no sugary rubs or glazes are used. Request no bread or high-carb sides (e.g., potatoes, couscous).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
المشوي، ممكن تتأكد ما عليه أي بهارات أو تغليفات سكرية؟ وبدون خبز، بطاطس أو كسكس على الجانب.
For the Mechoui, please confirm no sugary rubs or glazes. No bread, potatoes, or couscous on the side.
Watch out for
None inherent; ensure no sugary glaze is applied, and no carb-heavy sides are served.
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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