Bayd O Qawarma (بيض وقاورما)
Eggs with Confit Lamb/Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
A rustic and intensely flavorful dish, often served for breakfast or dinner. 'Qawarma' refers to rich, slow-cooked, confit lamb or beef preserved in its own fat. Eggs are cracked directly into the sizzling qawarma and cooked to your desired doneness, creating a deeply satisfying and naturally keto meal.
Key ingredients
Eggs, confit lamb/beef (qawarma), ghee or rendered fat from qawarma, salt, pepper.
Optional tweaks
None needed, it's naturally keto. Ensure no bread is served alongside (common for breakfast).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بيض وقاورما لو سمحت، بدون خبز جانبي.
Bayd O Qawarma, please serve without any bread on the side.
Watch out for
Served with bread (if not specified to omit).
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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