Hareesat Lahm (Keto-style)
Thick Spiced Lamb Stew with Vegetables (No Grains)
Yes, with a tweak: confirm no grains (e.g., wheat, rice, bulgur) are used for thickening. About 12g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Saudi food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A hearty, slow-cooked lamb stew thickened with pureed keto vegetables (e.g., zucchini, eggplant) instead of traditional grains. Richly spiced and deeply flavorful, featuring tender lamb pieces.
Key ingredients
Lamb (cubed), onions, garlic, ginger, zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, mixed spices (baharat, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon), ghee/olive oil, broth, fresh herbs, salt.
How to make it keto
Crucially, confirm no grains (e.g., wheat, rice, bulgur) are used for thickening. Ensure vegetables used for thickening are low-carb. Confirm no added sugar in any stew base.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
هريسة لحم: الرجاء التأكد من عدم استخدام الحبوب (قمح، أرز، برغل) للتكثيف، فقط خضار قليلة الكربوهيدرات. وهل يوجد سكر مضاف في المرق؟
Hareesat Lahm: Please confirm no grains (wheat, rice, bulgur) for thickening, only low-carb vegetables. Is there any added sugar in the stew base?
Watch out for
Onions, tomatoes, bell peppers. Hidden sugars in pre-made stew bases or tomato paste.
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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