Ghuzi (Meat Portion)
Slow-Roasted Lamb (Meat Only)
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request only the roasted lamb meat portion. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
While traditionally a whole roasted lamb served atop a bed of spiced cauliflower rice, the lamb meat itself is incredibly flavorful and succulent. The slow roasting process renders the fat, making it exceptionally tender and rich.
Key ingredients
Lamb (shoulder or leg), olive oil, garlic, ginger, onions, a blend of traditional spices (e.g., black pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, turmeric), salt.
How to make it keto
Explicitly request only the roasted lamb meat portion. Ensure absolutely no rice, potatoes, or any other carb-heavy side dishes are included.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
غوزي من فضلك، فقط لحم الغنم المشوي. بدون رز أو بطاطا أو أي أطباق جانبية نشوية.
Ghuzi, please. Just the roasted lamb meat portion. Absolutely no rice, potatoes, or other carb-heavy sides.
Watch out for
Often served on a massive bed of rice, potential sugary glazes (though less common for Ghuzi).
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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