قلاية لسانات
Pan-Fried Lamb/Beef Tongues
Yes, keto as served. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 8 in 10 Palestinian dishes.
What it is
Tender, pre-cooked and then pan-fried lamb or beef tongues, generously seasoned with garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh parsley or cilantro. A flavorful and succulent offal dish.
Key ingredients
Pre-cooked lamb/beef tongues, olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, fresh parsley/cilantro, salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread or rice is served alongside. Confirm tongues are not pre-cooked in sugary broths (unlikely but worth noting).
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
من فضلك، بدون خبز أو أرز. وهل اللسانات مطبوخة بدون سكر؟
No bread or rice, please. Are the tongues cooked without sugar?
Watch out for
Served with high-carb sides (e.g., bread), potential for sugary broth during pre-cooking.
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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