Lsanat Maslouqa (لسانات مسلوقة)
Boiled Lamb Tongue (with Garlic and Lemon)
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
Tender lamb tongue, slow-boiled until exquisitely soft, thinly sliced and dressed simply with fresh lemon juice, crushed garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Key ingredients
Lamb tongues, water, bay leaf, cardamom pods, salt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no high-carb sides such as rice, potatoes, or bread are served alongside. Confirm no thickening agents in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
اللسانات المسلوقة، لو سمحت بدون أرز أو بطاطا أو خبز. وتأكد ما في أي مكثفات في الصلصة.
For the Lsanat Maslouqa, please no rice, potatoes, or bread. Confirm no thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Minimal carb risk, mainly from lemon/garlic quantities.
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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