Halloumi Mashwi (حلوم مشوي)
Grilled Halloumi Cheese
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
Thick slices of firm, brined halloumi cheese grilled until beautifully golden brown and slightly softened, often served simply with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of herbs.
Key ingredients
Halloumi cheese, olive oil (for grilling/drizzling).
Optional tweaks
Request *no bread or any sweet accompaniments* such as honey or fruit jams, which are sometimes served with halloumi.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
حلوم مشوي بدون خبز أو أي إضافات حلوة مثل العسل أو المربى لو سمحت.
Halloumi Mashwi, please, with no bread and no sweet accompaniments like honey or jam.
Watch out for
The main carb risk comes from sweet accompaniments or bread served alongside the dish.
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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