Shorbat Laham
Qatari Lamb & Vegetable Broth
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no noodles (vermicelli), rice, or starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots are added. About 7g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Qatari dishes.
What it is
A comforting, clear Qatari soup featuring tender lamb chunks simmered in a rich, aromatic broth with mild, non-starchy vegetables and warming spices.
Key ingredients
Lamb chunks (bone-in or boneless), water/broth, onion, garlic, ginger, tomato (limited), celery, cilantro, turmeric, black pepper, cardamom, bay leaf, olive oil.
How to make it keto
Confirm no noodles (vermicelli), rice, or starchy vegetables like potatoes or carrots are added. Request limited tomato to keep carb count low.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
شوربة اللحم لو سمحت بدون شعيرية، رز، بطاطا، أو جزر. وممكن كمية الطماطم تكون قليلة؟
For the Shorbat Laham, please no noodles, rice, potatoes, or carrots. Can you limit the tomato?
Watch out for
Carrots, potatoes, or large amounts of tomato or onion, or added pasta/vermicelli are common additions.
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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