Fouga'a bil Lahm (Desert Truffles with Lamb)
Desert Truffles Sautéed with Lamb
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A seasonal delicacy featuring aromatic desert truffles (Fouga'a) sautéed with tender pieces of lamb, sliced onions, garlic, and traditional Saudi spices, often cooked generously in ghee or olive oil.
Key ingredients
Desert truffles (Fouga'a), lamb pieces, onions, garlic, ghee/olive oil, black pepper, cumin, salt.
Optional tweaks
Confirm no starchy additions like potatoes or flour. Served as is, without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لو سمحت، تأكد ألا يوجد أي إضافات نشوية مثل البطاطس أو الطحين. وقدمها لي بدون أرز أو خبز.
Please confirm no starchy additions like potatoes or flour. Serve without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Onions and garlic can contribute some carbs, especially in a restaurant portion where they may be used liberally.
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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