Thareed (Keto-Modified)
Lamb and Vegetable Stew (No Bread)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'no bread' and specify 'only low-carb vegetables' (e.g., zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, green beans), ensuring no potatoes, carrots, or peas are added. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Qatari food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, slow-cooked lamb stew with a rich tomato base and assorted vegetables. Traditionally served with thin bread (regag) soaked in the broth, this keto version omits the bread entirely, focusing on the tender lamb and nutrient-dense, low-carb vegetables.
Key ingredients
Lamb (on the bone), fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, spices (turmeric, coriander, cumin, black pepper), ghee/olive oil, lamb broth.
How to make it keto
Request 'no bread' and specify 'only low-carb vegetables' (e.g., zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, green beans), ensuring no potatoes, carrots, or peas are added.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
للثريد، بدون خبز من فضلك. استخدم خضروات قليلة الكربوهيدرات فقط، مثل الكوسا والباذنجان والفلفل والفاصوليا الخضراء. بدون بطاطس أو جزر أو بازلاء.
For Thareed, no bread, please. Use only low-carb vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and green beans. No potatoes, carrots, or peas.
Watch out for
Starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas). Hidden sugars in commercial tomato paste/sauces. The bread is integral to the traditional dish, so careful communication is needed to ensure omission.
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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