Aja Bil Khudar
Saudi Omelette with Vegetables
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
A fluffy, savory omelette or frittata-style dish, generously mixed with finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley and coriander, green onions, and sometimes bell peppers. It's a common and versatile breakfast or light meal option, naturally low in carbs.
Key ingredients
Eggs, fresh parsley, fresh coriander, green onions, bell peppers (optional), olive oil, salt, black pepper, sometimes a pinch of baking powder for fluffiness.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no flour is used as a binder or for fluffiness (authentic versions typically don't, but some restaurants might). Ensure no high-carb vegetables like potatoes are added. Request without bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
بالنسبة لعجة الخضار، الرجاء التأكد أنها بدون طحين وبدون خضار عالية الكربوهيدرات كالبطاطا. وتقدم بدون خبز.
For Aja Bil Khudar, please ensure no flour is used and no high-carb vegetables like potatoes. Serve without bread.
Watch out for
High-carb vegetables (like potatoes) could be included in some variations. Occasionally served with bread.
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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