Kersha bil Lahm
Lamb Tripe and Meat Stew (Keto Style)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. About 10g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust stew featuring tender lamb tripe and diced lamb meat slow-cooked in a savory tomato-based sauce with onions, garlic, and a rich blend of warming spices. Modified to omit high-carb vegetables and served without rice.
Key ingredients
Lamb tripe, lamb meat, tomato sauce, onions, garlic, spices
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables are added. Request a thicker consistency from reduction rather than flour/cornstarch. Served without rice or bread.
Say this to the waiter (Arabic)
كرشة باللحم، من فضلكم بدون بطاطا، جزر، حمص، أو خضروات نشوية أخرى. نريد قواماً أسمك بالتسبيك وليس بالطحين أو النشا. وتقدم بدون رز أو خبز.
For Kersha bil Lahm, please add no potatoes, carrots, chickpeas, or other starchy vegetables. Thicken by reduction, not flour or cornstarch. Serve without rice or bread.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes often include potatoes or chickpeas. Thickening agents like flour. Hidden sugar in tomato paste/sauce. Always confirm no starchy vegetables and no thickeners.
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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