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Mixed Offal Stir-fry (Liver, Kidney, Heart)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no sugar is added to the tomato base. About 14g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A traditional Qatari and Gulf breakfast or dinner dish featuring a quick stir-fry of various lamb or goat offal (typically liver, kidney, and heart) with a fragrant blend of onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, and robust Qatari spices. Cooked vigorously in ghee or olive oil until tender and richly flavored.
Key ingredients
Lamb/goat offal (liver, kidney, heart), onions, tomatoes, green bell peppers, garlic, ginger, green chilies, Qatari baharat, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, cardamom, ghee or olive oil, fresh coriander for garnish.
How to make it keto
Ensure no sugar is added to the tomato base. Confirm only low-carb vegetables are used. Request extra ghee or olive oil for increased fat content if desired.
Watch out for
Excessive use of onions or tomatoes, hidden sugars in pre-made spice mixes or tomato paste.
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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