Kousa bil Laban
Zucchini in Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Yes, with a tweak: ensure only full-fat, unsweetened plain yogurt is used, preferably strained. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Palestinian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
Tender zucchini slices gently cooked and served in a creamy, tangy garlic-infused full-fat yogurt sauce, often garnished with dried mint. Can optionally include ground lamb.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, full-fat plain yogurt, fresh garlic, dried mint, olive oil, salt (optional: ground lamb).
How to make it keto
Ensure only full-fat, unsweetened plain yogurt is used, preferably strained. Confirm no starch thickeners are added to the sauce. Request no rice side if offered.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كوسا باللبن لو سمحت، تأكد من أن اللبن كامل الدسم وبدون سكر، وبدون نشا. ومن فضلك، لا أرز جانبي.
For the Kousa bil Laban, ensure full-fat, unsweetened yogurt and no starch thickeners. Please, no rice side.
Watch out for
Lactose content in yogurt can accumulate with large portions. Restaurants may use starch thickeners in the sauce. Some may add sugar to balance tartness.
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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