Kebda bi Dihn
Pan-Fried Liver with Rendered Fat
Yes, keto as served. About 5g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 Saudi dishes.
What it is
A deeply traditional dish of thinly sliced lamb or beef liver, quickly pan-fried in rendered animal fat (often camel hump fat or lamb tail fat, known as 'dihn'). Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, sometimes with minimal onion, this preparation emphasizes the rich flavor of the liver and fat.
Key ingredients
Lamb/Beef liver, rendered lamb fat (dihn) or ghee, onion (optional), salt, black pepper.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no bread is served alongside. The dish is naturally keto-friendly due to its simple, high-fat, high-protein nature.
Watch out for
Minimal carbs from optional onions. Ensure no sauces or marinades with added sugar.
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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