Sheilat Jamal
Slow-Cooked Spiced Camel Meat
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
A deeply traditional Qatari delicacy, Sheilat Jamal features tender camel meat, slow-cooked to perfection with a robust blend of aromatic Gulf spices (such as dried lime, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper). The long cooking time ensures the meat is incredibly succulent and infused with rich flavors, often served as a main dish without grains.
Key ingredients
Camel meat (cubed or larger cuts), onions, garlic, dried limes (loomi), Qatari baharat, cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, cloves, black pepper, bay leaves, ghee or cooking oil.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no rice or bread is served alongside. Request extra cooking fats (ghee/oil).
Watch out for
Potential use of minimal carrots for sweetness (uncommon for this specific dish but possible in some stews), hidden sugar in spice rubs (unlikely for slow-cooked camel but always a risk).
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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