لحم مع جبنة
Meat and Cheese Skillet
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 6 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
A simple yet satisfying skillet dish featuring seasoned ground beef or lamb cooked with melted, salty Akkawi cheese (or similar local white cheese). Often prepared for breakfast or as a substantial mezze, it's naturally rich in protein and fat.
Key ingredients
Ground beef or lamb, Akkawi cheese, olive oil, spices
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy thickeners or carby vegetables (e.g., potatoes) are added. Request no bread accompaniment.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة لـ لحم مع جبنة، تأكد من عدم وجود مواد مثخنة نشوية أو خضروات نشوية مثل البطاطس. ومن فضلك، بدون خبز.
For the لحم مع جبنة, please ensure no starchy thickeners or carby vegetables like potatoes are added. And no bread, please.
Watch out for
Very small amounts of sugar might be in some processed cheeses, or hidden in spice mixes. Onions add minor carbs.
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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