Foga'a bil Laham
Qatari Mushrooms with Lamb/Beef
Yes, keto as served. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A flavorful Qatari dish featuring local desert truffles (foga'a) when in season, or readily available cultivated mushrooms, sautéed with tender pieces of lamb or beef. It's seasoned with traditional Qatari spices, onions, and garlic, creating a hearty and aromatic stir-fry.
Key ingredients
Lamb or beef stewing chunks, mushrooms (truffles or cultivated), onions, garlic, olive oil, Qatari spice blend (baharat), cumin, coriander, black pepper, salt.
Optional tweaks
Request minimal onion and no starchy vegetables. Ensure no flour or other thickeners are used in the sauce.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
الرجاء بصل قليل جداً وبدون خضروات نشوية. وتأكد من عدم استخدام طحين أو أي مكثفات أخرى في الصلصة.
Minimal onion and no starchy vegetables, please. Please ensure no flour or other thickeners in the sauce.
Watch out for
Excessive onions, hidden starches used as thickeners, or added sugar in the spice mix.
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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