Hashi Salg
Boiled Camel Meat with Keto Sides
Yes, with a tweak: explicitly request no rice or other starchy sides. About 2g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
Tender pieces of camel meat slow-boiled with aromatic spices like bay leaves, cardamom, and cinnamon until exceptionally soft and flavorful. Traditionally served with rice, but easily modified to be served simply with its rich broth and keto-friendly vegetable sides.
Key ingredients
Camel meat, water, bay leaves, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, salt, olive oil (for cooking).
How to make it keto
Explicitly request no rice or other starchy sides. Ask for extra cooking liquid/broth and a side of plain grilled or steamed low-carb vegetables (e.g., zucchini, green beans) instead of traditional accompaniments.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
لهاشي سلق، من فضلك بدون أرز أو أي أطباق جانبية نشوية. أريد مرق إضافي، وطبق خضار جانبي مشوي أو مطهو بالبخار (مثل كوسا أو فاصوليا خضراء).
For Hashi Salg, no rice or starchy sides. Extra broth, please, and a side of plain grilled or steamed low-carb vegetables.
Watch out for
Often served with substantial portions of white rice. Some restaurants might use a small amount of carrots or potatoes in the boiling process; confirm their absence if strict.
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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